...I am almost certain I have hypothyroidism."   And yet, didn't say that it was confirmed by blood tests. So glad they self diagnosed over the Internet! Also, if your results are actually abnormal, especially thyroid hormones, you can typically ask for the results over the phone. If you were really suffering, you wouldn't be wasting time on another doctor appointment... Especially when a good endocrinologist books months in advance. As a person who suffers from Hashimotos, nothing grinds my gears more than fat, self-diagnosed hypothyroidism. If you gain 5-15lbs, okay, sure, maybe. But it is NOT an excuse to be obese.   Rage.