Doctors are important people. They receive a huge amount of schooling and at times it may seem like they know everything and can make everything better. They are our best hopes against the fear of disease and death. They help us maintain our health and happiness. A good doctor is a joy. Not all doctors are good doctors. It is very important to remember that.
There are certain things that you should expect from your doctor. Courtesy and respect, knowledge and the ability to answer questions are just some of the things you should get on your visits. Sometimes you will go to a new doctor and not get some or all of these things. Please remember that you have the freedom and the right to seek another doctor. It can be difficult with certain insurances or in sparsely populated areas, but there is usually at least some choice. Doctors, while great and noble, are not gods. They can be wrong or they can be disrespectful. If your doctor is so intimidating or annoying that you can't bring yourself to come back for much needed care, then that doctor has failed you. Find someone else. Ask around. I've found that it can be useful to ask at your job, since it is likely that your co-workers will have the same insurance. Or you could ask one of the doctors you go to who you like. Don't get stuck with someone who treats you badly in any way.
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