Same location, different topic: EMG and Prosthetics.

I’m sure my no-readers-at-all will be disappointed that I am not posting an update about getting glasses, but, hey, that’s what you get when you have to experience the VA through me. Filtered inconsistency, and a lot of waiting.

Today, I had a totally different appointment: an EMG.

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A Veteran’s Choice: Waiting, or Waiting?

So, I had my yearly checkup. You know, that visit with a regular doctor where they’re basically just making sure you’re still alive and not suddenly…less alive than you were previously. A time to get medications changed or renewed.

It’s something that everyone’s supposed to do. Just a once-a-year wellness thing. But it’s an adventure if you’re a veteran.

Let’s kick this off by mentioning one important detail: my appointment was in July.

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