[quote=Lady1]Clarification- we happened to live near Moffitt so no need to travel to Cleveland for treatment when Moffitt was closer to home. Not sure why we didn't get referred there to begin with (one doc said it was probably a business decision not to refer) but anyhow we got a second opinion. I am glad we did after reading many posts on here. Doesn't hurt. I agree go with the best and also get more than one opinion. [/quote]

We got no referral (local ENT was very weak in all arenas..we never went back) either so I self referred by calling them and setting up an appointment. I was able to get a time within a week so I did not feel as though they put me off because of this.

Having said this, our insurance allowed me to do this...some would require a referral.

Deb