don't assume i'm wrong about this

My recent medical experiences have made me a bit cranky. Today, I called to find out how long it will take to replace my port, since someone has to come pick me up. At the beginning of the call, I clearly explained that I was having my port replaced and that I needed to know how long it would take.Medical professional: "Are you getting a port or having one taken out?"Me: "Both."Medical professional (Sounding incredulous):  "Both?"Me: "Yes, I already have a port and it has stopped working. I'm having it removed and a new one put in."Medical professional: "Have you talked to someone about this?"(This is where Tim, when I was relating this, said, "No, it was just an idea you had. You thought it would be fun.")Me: "I have talked to C. Many times."(pause)Me: "The procedure is already set already set up. I just need to know how long it will take."Medical professional: "Well, putting in a port takes three hours. Taking one out usually takes half an hour."Me: "OK. Thanks. I'll say that they should pick me up 3.5 hours after surgery."Why did that have to be so hard? Why couldn't she just answer me? I'm starting to become very annoyed with questions that are pretty much irrelevant to the medical professional involved. Just like the nurse who insisted that I couldn't possibly be on Herceptin, the questioner did not need to know any details. The appointment is booked. I'm having the procedure. Just tell me how long I can expect to be there.I know this sounds a bit pet...
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