Is the Doctor’s Office the Right Place for a ‘Plus-One’?
A lot of patients are bringing "health supporters" into the exam room.
Scopes
Doctors and Patients
Scopes
Why More People Are Going to the Doctor in Groups
At a shared medical appointment, it’s just you, a few doctors and a room full of strangers.
Explainers
How to Protect Yourself Against Interrupting Doctors
In one study, doctors let patients speak for 11 seconds, on average, before butting in.
Scopes
These Two Things Set ‘Good’ Doctors Apart
A social psychologist discusses the appeal of a doctor who "gets it" and "gets you."
Voices
4 Lessons I Learned When No One Could Solve My Mystery Illness
This time last year, I couldn't get out of bed for more than an hour.
Scopes
Is Age Just a Number When You’re Choosing a Therapist?
Do you wonder if you'd get more out of talking to someone who's the same generation as you? You're not alone.
Scopes
Doctors, Patients and the Empathy Equation
Patients value empathy in the exam room. Doctors think they display a lot of it. Patients feel otherwise.
Voices
Doctors Need to Make Peace With Dr. Google
Most of us google symptoms. We shouldn't feel the need to hide our internet research in the exam room.
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