Q: I am a new jersey public school teacher and was injured in school by a normal middle school student in NJ.
I have been a teacher for almost 10 years. Well liked etc. I am only 30 years old and now have a severe back issue. Before this injury I was training for a ironman in which I was unable to keep training for the race and not compete this past summer. I started with a doctor who they approved me to go to but after many unknowns and the doctor not caring and asking me what I thought I didn't feel to positive about him or trusted him. I asked WC to go out of state but they said no so I asked Workman Comp what doctors would be approved and got a list for (NJ) instate doctors neurosurgeons and orthopedic surgeons. I then chose a NJ doctor and had surgery by him in NJ. I had my first surgery a few months ago which failed. However I now need a second (same thing)surgery and want to know if it is at all possible to go out of state for surgery such as NYC, NY or Philadelphia, PA as they are only about a hour away from me and only want the best and best doctor for myself.
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A: You need to have an in person consultation with an experienced workers compensation/ personal injury attorney. You should always do what is medically best for you. Good luck and I hope your surgery goes well.
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