When I initially found out I was a diabetic. I was referred to a Endocrinologist. I was sitting in the exam room waiting for the doctor to enter for a least thirty minutes. I'm nervous and slightly afraid about my diagnosis. I felt as if I had received a death sentence. The doctor walked in looking annoyed and said why are you here. I replied that I wasn't quite sure as to how you can help me. He said with a hint of annoyance in is voice. Well first of all your severely obese you need to loose weight. I was speechless. I'm 5'2 and at that time I was 150 pounds. I felt as if he had just added injury to hurt. I got off the exam table grabbed my purse and walked out the door. That was 18 years ago. I am now 68 with a A1C of 5.8. After that experience I've never gone to a Endocrinologist again. With Primary Care Physician I have been able to keep my blood sugar in control.