Every doc has his own style and comfort zone I guess. Once you find a doc you have a good rapport with, you need to stick with him. My GI is comfortable with letting me have antibiotic Rx's on file for me to use as needed. I never travel without bringing antibiotics with me. I communicate with him via email if something comes up, and I see him for a scope every year or so. 

If you are not on the same page as your GI, maybe it is time to shop for a new one. You cannot make your doctor be someone else. On the other hand, he does not own you either.

Jan

Thanks for the response,  Jan.  Since I had a great rapport with my original gastroenterologist, I guess I took it for granted when I moved that I would have a similar relationship with my new gastro guy.  My mistake.  I overlooked the obvious.

I guess I don't really know what "flare-up" means to you. It seems possible that you and your current GI have different ideas of what's going on. Is this pouchitis? Has that word been shared between you, so he knows that's what needs treating? 

I believe you're correct, Scott, this occurred to me as well.  He's a like-able person but after checking his credentials, I have my doubts about him.  I then went to the Johns Hopkins web site and viewed a lecture on flair-ups and their treatment.  As I watched it I was saying "Yes!" to myself repeatedly as the doctor spoke.  I am currently examining backgrounds of gastroenterologist in my new location and will be meeting with a couple once this rod trip is over.  Thanks for your input.