Ever wonder what your doctor is typing during your appointment? Or what they are writing about you after you leave? Are you curious to see what is in your medical records? You should be! There are many benefits of of OpenNotes, including access to your doctors’ notes and test results. This access can help you […]
Communicating with Your Healthcare Team
Primary Care Physicians are Stressed!
Aggravation comes easily when you sit in the waiting room of your primary care physician (PCP), checking your watch as the minutes tick past your appointment time. Or perhaps you’re annoyed that your PCP rushed through your appointment. However, instead of feeling angry, it’s better for you, and your doctor, if you understand that primary […]
Majority of Patients Don’t Understand Discharge Instructions
When your doctor discharges you from the hospital, the last thing you want is to end up back in the hospital. It makes sense that for the best outcome and to reduce your chances of a readmission, you need to follow your doctor’s instructions. However, it turns out that the majority of patients don’t understand […]
The Impact of Rudeness in Medicine
No one likes to be spoken to rudely. It’s unpleasant and unnerving. However, sometimes rudeness can harm more than your feelings. What is the impact of rudeness in medicine? A recent study shows that rudeness in a medical setting can be quite dangerous, and may even cause mistakes that can lead to patient death. How […]