The doctor seemed kind and attentive during the first (and only) visit. However, when I followed-up with a request for medical records a few months after my initial visit (because documentation was requested to complete processing of a medical card), I received notice that she was no longer serving me as a patient with NO EXPLANATION along with the aforementioned medical records. Furthermore, the receptionist insisted that the Dr. had left the building so there was no opportunity for me to find out WHY I was dropped, leaving me without coverage/treatment.
I haven't seen or taken medications from any other psychiatrist since that visit and was completely forthright with Dr. Chinnaswamy during our short time together so I can only assume there was a misunderstanding, however she has ignored all subsequent calls, messages, etc so it's impossible to determine.
Unfortunately, Dr. C failed to reciprocate my transparency and openness in her dealings with me, the client. It's fortunate that my symptoms are not severe, but when medical professionals ignore their responsibility to provide adequate coverage and communication it can be dangerous not only for the individuals, but for the community around them.
Dr. Chinnaswamy, you owe it to patients to either provide a reason for ending coverage, or to listen to your patients. Doing neither is unacceptable, irresponsible and imperils the greater community. I assume you had the best of intentions in denying me services, but you were wrong and I fear that you'll be wrong with clients in the future when the stakes are higher. Please stop abdicating your responsibilities as a medical professional.