Patient-Doctor Relationships
Thanks to Melissa for starting this Group.
Let's talk about patient-doctor relationships. How is yours? Do you think it would be different or better of you had a doctor of the opposite sex to what he/she is? Why? What made you choose your doctor?
Best,
~Susan
I would choose the opposite sex especially depending on the situation. For example, my eye doctor is a male doctor which is what I prefer because they understand things better. I have a female GYN which I always prefer being a female or else I won't be comfortable. Since I have breast issue I see a oncologist but it's a male doctor if I have issue in my private area (down there) I would only see a GYN. At first when I had breast issue I was told that the oncologist I'm seeing is the best doctor. I was so embarrased at first. Since it's only breasts nothing more in all this time I'm finally comfortable and happy with my oncologist. All the doctors I have depending on situation is how I choose to be a male or female doctor. I'm glad I'm comfortable with the doctors I have.
How about you, do you see male or female depending on situation?
Melissa
March 2, 2012 - 1:07pm
I just think that the knowledge of a male doctor is more helpful than women. It's hard to explain it but depending on situation if it's anything serious in such matter a male doctor would understand it better. I've been to many doctors and I've learned that comparing their care and knowledge to female doctors are much better.
Melissa
March 12, 2012 - 8:29amThis Comment