My ‘difficult’ patient made my heart sink. But what happens when doctors are part of the problem? | Ranjana Srivastava
www.theguardian.com
One in six patients is deemed to be dissatisfied and demanding. But to prevent difficult medical problems from being redefined as difficult patients, doctors need help
  • Onomatopoeia@lemmy.cafeEnglish
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    11 days ago

    And this doctor still sounds arrogant and hand-waves away the root cause as patient issues, disregarding how often doctors simply don’t listen and choose simplistic answers.

    Wow, just wow.

    • Bluegrass_Addict@lemmy.ca
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      11 days ago

      I’m thankful my doctor doesn’t only just listen, but actively asks me what I think I need or should do to resolve issues. granted I’m no medical expert but it puts the onus on me to work with him to come to a resolution.

      drugs…