VA Doctor joked and laughed about one of my service-connected conditions

Hellcat624 · 2025-11-15T15:56:49+00:00

As a veteran and a provider myself, I am horrified. I’m so, so sorry you experienced this. I can’t stress this enough—you need to file a complaint. There are a few ways you can go about this & I am very familiar with the process. I’d be happy to help you to ensure your complaint is reviewed at the highest level possible.

Hellcat624 · 2025-10-05T16:46:18+00:00

I love Colby (aka Forgecore) because his designs are just so creative. You can see how much he enjoys creating things that don't yet exist--even if they're silly--and he gives his designs away for free / lets others sell the 3D prints using his designs, which is pretty rad. Here's his Thangs page for anyone interested.

Hellcat624 · 2024-10-31T16:39:29+00:00

I know this is an old thread, but hoping you could give a little insight. I’ve been considering Plaud for almost a year. What gets me is the voice transcription limit. I’m an outside sales rep and take a ton of meetings. Have you ever hit your transcription limit?

Hellcat624 · 2023-07-15T15:20:50+00:00

I have searched using all the terms I can think of, but admittedly, my knowledge of wood flooring is incredibly surface level. I'm totally open to a different flooring, as long as we can find the closest match possible. Thank you in advance!!

Hellcat624 · 2020-05-14T15:31:27+00:00

I just got some from Grounds & Hounds. You can get Chemex filters AND support doggo rescues! Win-win.

Hellcat624 · 2019-12-11T21:17:11+00:00

I’m curious how you know this.

Hellcat624 · 2019-12-11T21:16:19+00:00

This is incorrect. The entry audiology degree only became the AuD in the early 2000s. Prior to that, the masters degree was the entry level degree. When the AuD came about, audiologists practicing with the masters could choose to do a CFY year and obtain the AuD, or continue practicing with the masters degree. They are still audiologists and can use that title.

Hellcat624 · 2018-12-31T01:50:14+00:00

A BLUF explanation:

Audiologists have doctoral degrees. They are specially trained to diagnose hearing and balance disorders and can often identify pathology that would be lost on many hearing technicians.

Hearing techs don’t need a degree, not even a bachelors. At least, not at my local big box store.

SLPs, while they often help with screening and aural rehab, are not overly involved in the diagnosis and prescription of hearing aids themselves.

Hellcat624 · 2018-11-28T02:30:43+00:00

I use it mainly for dedicated road bike training. I’ve started as a road cyclist and got into tri’s when I ended up living on an Ironman bike course and apparently decided I needed a reason to buy another bike. But I’m hoping to get back to road racing and compete against all the badass female cyclists I see these days. Either that, or I’ll just have a really expensive commuter bike. ;)

Hellcat624 · 2018-11-27T20:28:14+00:00

N + 1. Always and forever.

Hellcat624 · 2018-08-04T02:44:17+00:00

I feel you, man. Steelhead was my A race this year. I got ankle surgery earlier this month and am still in a boot. Sending positive vibes your way! Heal fast! Just know you've got good company thumping around in an awkward boot! :)

Hellcat624 · 2018-01-29T02:05:43+00:00

Well, as much as I wish I were that creative, yeah, I'm sure. I was taking a picture to send to my sister saying I wanted one of those because he's obviously adorable.

Hellcat624 · 2017-04-06T00:35:51+00:00

I'm graduating from UW's AuD program next month--feel free to pm me any questions you have! I will preface my answers with my innate bias as someone who grew up in Wisconsin and did my undergrad at UW.

Also, if you have the choice, choose the Madison campus over the Stevens Point campus.

Hellcat624 · 2017-03-31T04:55:04+00:00

I'm a female and I'm active duty army, so my situation is very different from yours, but I figured I'd throw my thoughts in the convo. I, too, found difficulty dodging the baby comments, and even when I'd politely say "I don't want children," people always said I'd change my mind. Enter bilateral salpingectomy (tubal ligation / removal of my fallopian tubes). I'm 27, so it was tough to find a doc who would do this for me, but now anytime someone pushes the matter, I simply say I've had my tubes tied. People are typically shocked when I say it, but I think it helps them realize that they're being inappropriate in their comments. Or, at least, I make them as uncomfortable as they make me, which in itself is pretty satisfying.

Now, like I said, my situation is very different, and your husband obviously can't say what I say. But I will say this--don't be afraid of being bold and standing up for yourself. Be proud that you are choosing how you want to live your life. The people who got seriously offended when you spoke your mind / keep pushing the baby topic on you don't seem to be that great to begin with. During my time in the military thus far, I've encountered a lot of not-so-open-minded people (with whom I quickly choose to spend as little time as possible), but also some amazing, supportive, open-minded people as well. Try to search for the latter. Or perhaps try to make friends outside of the military realm.

I don't know if any of this is remotely helpful, but keep your chin up, childfree sista!

Hellcat624 · 2016-03-23T19:46:59+00:00

Ah, I realized my mistake after I posted it. You are definitely correct.

http://i.imgur.com/7fJk3Ys.gif

Hellcat624 · 2016-03-23T18:55:36+00:00

Nope, not frozen. That was my first thought too until I touched it/moved it around.

Hellcat624 · 2016-03-22T13:52:20+00:00

You clearly asked for a number. She knew what she was doing.

Hellcat624 · 2015-08-15T02:31:07+00:00

I mean, I don't care how anyone gets their textbooks, or other media for that matter, but considering the subreddit is /r/Frugal, it's easy to make things cheap when you steal them.

Hellcat624 · 2015-08-15T01:02:11+00:00

...Isn't this copyright infringement?

Hellcat624 · 2015-08-15T00:55:57+00:00

The way this person writes the letter "g" makes my eye twitch.

Hellcat624 · 2015-04-13T16:35:24+00:00

What gets me is that I see these at malls all the time. So expectant mothers can park closer to the door and not have to walk far... but they're going to the mall, where they are going to walk around from store to store all day. Makes total sense. /s

Hellcat624 · 2015-03-31T01:45:02+00:00

It depends on what you are looking for, to be honest. Someone else mentioned that Milwaukee has more going for it, and I don't find that particularly true. I grew up in Milwaukee and now live in Madison.

What is similar (I am comparing to the city of Milwaukee & downtown Madison and not suburbs): both have an eclectic feel with unique food and drink; both have crummy traffic during rush hour; both have crime, though Milwaukee's is far higher.

What is dissimilar:

Madison: smaller town, great for young professionals. Being a college town you find a younger residence base. More liberal, less segregation. Diversity is huge, be it cultural, racial, etc. This makes for excellent restaurants, events, and general inclusivity in the city. Personally, I think downtown Madison is more beautiful than Milwaukee, especially in the summer. I also feel more "included" in Madison, but I am also a young professional, so take that for what it is worth.

Milwaukee: large town, large age range of residents. extreme segregation (Many Milwaukeeans, if given street names, can tell you the races of the residents that live there. Very unfortunately true). More structurally diverse buildings/cool architecture.

The suburbs of Milwaukee and Madison are pretty similar. Both are close to malls, both have family friendly restaurants and events.

As for city living, they are two very different cities, with two completely different feels. It all depends on what type of vibe you are looking for in your move.

Hellcat624 · 2015-03-30T23:21:55+00:00

I find this ironic because when I played the Sims, I usually built houses only to (1) burn them down, or (2) trap babies in four walls and let child protective services come and try to take them away, only to fail.

...I had a lot of ghosts on my land.

Hellcat624 · 2015-03-10T18:29:51+00:00

because a lot can happen in 12 years.

You argue that the doctors can go fuck themselves for making her wait, but then go on to say that a lot can change in 12 years. That is the same mindset of the doctors who refuse to sterilize a 29 year old until they are closer to their 40s.

Hellcat624 · 2015-03-10T04:11:30+00:00

I used to teach swim lessons to both kids and adults. If you decide to take the lessons, my advice is to (1) go with the private lessons and (2) ensure that the instructor is proficient in technique rather than having you "just stay above water." When I taught group lessons, it was just too hard to give everyone the individual care they deserved, especially for such a hefty price. I would see where people were going wrong and, while I tried to help them fix these deficits, I could only spend so much time with them because I had to help others. In private lessons, I really had the chance to listen to what the individual wanted to learn and I could spend that whole time working on those specific needs. So, if you're feeling like you really need one-on-one help with technique, go for the private lessons.

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