Hi Patti:
First, one suggestion, never hint to a doctor, talk and request
openly. The doctor heard your hint, but as often with hints,
they are missinterpreted.
I talked to my primary care physician about my depression and
she sent me to a psychiatrist. I was terrified at first but it
worked out well. I can really work with this guy. Heck, I even
ask him questions about how to talk to my primary care physician.
Any medical doctor, MD or DO can and may prescribe antidepressants.
Mine was prescribed my a psychiatrist.
HOpe this helps…Carolyn