I know what you mean about physician vigilance as essential to patient care. A judge whom I once worked for survived an aortic aneurysm because his personal doctor -- a longtime friend -- recognized a symptom of it and got the judge hospitalized and into surgery the next day. That afforded him an extra twenty or so years of life.
In a similar manner, when I had problems with my eyesight, I suspected that I had damage to my optic nerve from an episode of shingles and went to a low vision specialist. He referred me though to another specialist. After an examination and an MRI, I was referred to a neurosurgeon at U. of Florida for removal of a benign but dangerously large pituitary adenoma.
As it was, the neurosurgeon was a well-regarded specialist in that procedure. A surgeon relative of mine in town who knows all the doctors involved later confirmed that I had lucked out due to their quick action. It was as smooth and sure a play as Tinkers to Evers to Chance.
I love it, particularly as a Cubs fan..
Shands is a great hospital, and I’m really happy everything worked out well for you. Honestly, I sometimes relate getting the right medical diagnosis to going to a mechanic. Some mechanics will find the problem, some won’t, and some don’t believe you when you tell them what your car is doing.. Being vigilant and persistent about your own health is also crucial - getting second and third opinions if necessary.
Have a great Sunday.