Our noble profession is being destroyed by legislators and administrators

I had a great day in the office today. Not that I came up with any brilliant diagnosis nor cured anyone. I was able to just be a physician. No time wasted on the phone with insurance companies. No prior authorizations to do. It was a reminder of how much I love my job. I love my actual job — the one I trained for — being a physician. Listening to patients — I do find it a privilege to be part of their lives — to hear their stories as I start to work the puzzle of the possible diagnosis in my head and create the plan. Examining, looking for cues, asking more questions. Labs ordered, medications tried, procedures to do. I am reassured that I still am happy with my career choice 22 years after graduating medical school. Continue reading ... Your patients are rating you online: How to respond. Manage your online reputation: A social media guide. Find out how.
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - Category: General Medicine Authors: Tags: Physician Practice Management Primary Care Source Type: blogs