Do Psychiatrists ever consult with other psychiatrists?
Hello, Im wondering what the norm is for psychiatrists consulting with other psychiatrists that may have more experience in certain area?
Are md to md consults exist in psychiatry?
Edit Additional context: my physician realized he may have missed a diagnosis for several years, he explained that it is not the focus area of his practice and that may have contributed to the mistake, I asked if he could now do a peer consult with another physician who focuses more on that area of practice and he told me 'that's not a thing' and that he couldn't cold call other doctors. It was my understanding that md to md consults especially if it's a complex case is not uncommon and reasonable. I am confused why he is insisting it is not.
Would appreciate any insight. Thanks so much