Well it remains true... National Jewish seems to only hire the best of the best. Last week, I had an appointment with Renal Specialist, Dr. Kern. She is another jewel in the NJ crown. She was intelligent, compassionate, and proactive.
The appointment was originally scheduled because there was apparently a concern that I could have a renal tumor. I know! What's the deal with my body mimicking such alarming symptoms? Thank goodness the news wasn't so grave. She believed the problems were being caused by one of my medications. Great news! Even better though, she noticed the lab history on my chart and began brainstorming ways she could help my ferritin/hemoglobin deficiencies. She said those were no numbers for a first grade teacher (oh yes! I'm the newest first grade teacher at Cherry Hills Village Elementary!) and was intent on finding a way to help me feel better! How exciting!
She ordered labs and consulted with Dr. Olson. Unfortunately, my ferritin & hemoglobin levels have dropped again. My iron is 4.2 & hemoglobin is 8 something. Both doctors are leaning toward IV iron infusions, but want Dr. Feiner to weigh in before they add me to the schedule. I'm all for anything that will generally improve the way I feel! So, I guess it's solid.... I have another great doctor on my team! Just waiting for the final decision.
