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Why would a doctor need acting classes?

"I'm sorry, Dr. Smith isn't available right now. He's in theater class." What??? Seriously. Doctors across the country, in growing numbers, are ... Read More »

How to know if your doctor isn't right for you

Open your phone book and turn to the "physicians" section and be prepared to be overwhelmed at your choices. There are a lot of doctors out there and ... Read More »

Is your doctor wasting your time talking?

When I can find a doctor with whom I have a friendly rapport, I feel more comfortable. But a recent study found that doctors are spending a bulk of ... Read More »

Study finds doctors devote as little as one minute per topic to patients

My pediatrician has a pretty strict policy: cancel your appointment 24 hours ahead of time, or be charged for the appointment anyway. She refuses to ... Read More »

Doctors lose patience with googling patients

What do you do when you have a new health issue and your doctor's appointment is a week away? If you're like many, you head to the nearest search ... Read More »