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Different consultant, different attitude

Wizzywig @Wizzywig (7847) 30 Apr 10

I've had a few hospital appointments this year and have mainly seen the same consultant. On my first visit, he told me who he was and what his role was before discussing my health. He has treated me with the utmost respect, always...

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In regards to the show House,do you love House or hate him or love to hate him??

SketcherD @SketcherD (1114) • Canada 17 Oct 08

I happen to think he is great. I really enjoy his sarcasm. I am a sarcastic person myself and enjoy others who are as well. Now I know this annoys many people. But not me. I love to watch his deductive reasoning as well. I...

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When you go for a check-up at your doctor's office...`

PearlGrace @PearlGrace (3171) • United States 27 Aug 08

Does your doctor chat with you or joke around with you? My doctor is initially all business, but about halfway through the check, she asks me about trips I've taken recently or places I've been shopping. How does your doctor...

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Does your doctor ever get offended when you ask questions?

tanniebabe78 @tanniebabe78 (2934) • United States 13 Jul 07

My daughter's doctor did. We went in because her eyes were leaking mucus real bad and I was concerned. Even his nurse told me over the phone I needed to get her in to see him TODAY, because it sounded like an infection. So, I...

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Absolutely no bedside manner

thinkingoutloud @thinkingoutloud (6127) • Canada 9 Jan 07

Have you ever had a bad experience with a doctor, nurse or other hospital staff? While I have the utmost regard for those in the medical field, I will never forget the night my Dad died. He actually died at home, after having...

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