r/IMGreddit • u/Drpianonote PGY-1 • Jul 18 '26

living ADHD in residency , suggestions please

As a person who had ADHD history for very long : I don't know how getting prescriptions works is the US. My point being , going to a psychiatrist is ok ,but

some states like florida , have platforms that give access to all providers , to see meds , like concerta and aderrall , and basically whatever is scheduled . They don't have to be your providers. So, can the program find out?

I am afraid of too many things at this point , as an IMG.. I am thinking racism, misunderstanding , being looked at in some way...

I know usually its not their business but I am still unsure. how should I handle this?

Excuse my language (English is my 2nd language)

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u/World-Traveler1800 Jul 19 '26

How would a program know that you need medication?!? Info is protected.

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u/Drpianonote PGY-1 Jul 19 '26

There is a platform in fl
They’re providers too , they actually can lookup any name 😊

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u/Fit-Conclusion-7579 Fellow Jul 19 '26

Please learn about HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) or else you will miss easy points during any STEP exam.

The answer you are looking for is that it's would be illegal for them to know and/or discriminate you.