How do you all feel about patients who do their medical testing abroad? It's hard to blame them, but I worry about quality and accuracy.

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I mean, I definitely understand it. If a patient were to express that that's their plan, I'd probably have a conversation with them about what to expect and what they need so they can make the most of it.

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Honestly, I don’t blame patients at all for seeking testing abroad—our healthcare system is so expensive that it’s become inaccessible for many. While quality can be a concern, I think it’s more of a reflection on how broken the system is here. If we had more affordable options, patients wouldn’t feel the need to take these risks.

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