The trick to this game is to do everything you can before entering Stormfist castle. I never did it myself before level 30 (except the very first game, where I had such a hard time I restored and left it for much later!).
Losing the pyramids is annoying but not a real problem, especially when you have all the teleporters on. Also, after you rescue Zandalor, you get the pyramids back. I recall from the official Larian boards that some people had problems when they tried to get tricky and keep the pyramids from being taken.
Getting the healer escort is usually the first quest to finish outside Aleroth. Then you can take your time and work on everything else (a little late for you now, of course).
As for the doctor, first do the poisoned harvest quest (from Hugh), then head to the doc's place in the merchant area. Have a chat with him, and after he throws you out (so to speak), find the key and let yourself back in.
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