There are a lot of bad doctors out there. Being a type 1 diabetic I have been through the ringer and back with doctors. I refuse to see an endocrinologist because they always want to control me. I have higher cholesterol than Tom. Tried 2 statins and could barely walk after a few months. I'd prefer to keep walking. I don't believe they are the answer to everything like they are touted to be. Hopefully Tom can find a better doctor. They're out there, but gotta pick through them all to find the good ones.
