Well as usual, I was going to offer my opinion. But, Jon, again as usual summed up what I was going to say completely. Everyone has a job. I am sure those who make cold calls hate it, but they needed a job. You can listen or you can hang up. As Jon stated, you can end the conversation easily. If they continue to go on, you can refuse to see that rep. I do think the companies have a right to advertise, and you can listen to it or not just like you can DVR them right out of your program. Only difference is they don't change my prescribing habits "based on gifts." And, I think it was better when they could bring pens. Well, I guess I did offer my opinion. I also think there is a fine line between having rules and using doggie biscuits to get them to the drug closet.
Thanks Todd.
@ATFP, I agree with Jon that it is hard for them to hurt your practice and, if they did, and you could document it, they would be out of a job. I guess the one I called the police on may have. But, on the other hand, they can help. My Vyvanse rep loves us, because he is nice and we have fun talking with him and joke around. He constantly tells us how he prefers to come here rather than the other practices who give him the cold shoulder (again being civil helps). So, I am sure that trickles down. ATFP, thanks for the name (Andrew). If you wish to have a signature line, it is in your profile. A lot of people put their names and what they do and where they are from. And, maybe a cute saying or something.
@James See I think your line of work in sales where the rep is directly making a difference in your pocketbook and wanting you to buy their product is different. Well, somewhat the same and somewhat different. Thanks for your edits. Much appreciated. No more Tequila and posting,
Does anyone feel like this is Twitter? @bertatrp.org Hash line Mr. Opinion. Is it hash line or cash line?
