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What to do?i told my anesthesiologist i did not want him to use versed for my cmc arthroplasty today but he would not change it, even to propofol. total nerve block also. i will need my other hand done too. i was told id have general. i hate versed?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Choices: You can always decide to seek care through another hospital/surgical team. If your procedures are only covered by your insurer through this one center you may be limited. If you are self pay you have many options.

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Answered 9/18/2020

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A member asked:

What to do?i told my anesthesiologist i did not want him to use versed for my cmc arthroplasty today but he would not change it, even to propofol. total nerve block also. i will need my other hand done too. i was told id have general. i hate versed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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