I’ve written before about the patient’s role in creating a good relationship with their doctor: Be on time for your appointments; write down your questions and concerns; don’t waste time on chitchat; ...

I have belonged to Kaiser for 25 years and have been happy with it in the past. Currently, I tried to make an appointment with my general physician and she had no appointments available for a little ...

Providing patients with a high level of care is a priority for most providers and support staff, but when it comes to their overall experience at your hospital, patients’ concerns reach far beyond the ...

During my introduction to flying status as a flight surgeon, at headquarters, Strategic Air Command (SAC), US Air Force, I was introduced to the “wingman” principle. I was to be the squadron and ...

While booking a medical appointment for our dog recently at a large veterinary practice, I held out for a time with a doctor who’d seen the dog before, reasoning that the vet knew her background and ...

Monument Mountain Regional High School sophomore Jonah Sanabria's app was selected as the winner of the Congressional App ...

Hospitals have developed a high-touch model of clinical care to foster a connection between healthcare providers and ensure expert oversight every step of the way. But with workforce shortages and ...

For decades, no-show patients have proven to be a costly problem for physicians. In fact, missed appointments lead to a staggering $150 billion impact on the US healthcare system annually. The reasons ...