doctor/patient relationship

There’s plenty of talk these days about the demise of the doctor/patient relationship with blame being placed on patients’ lack of patience; doctors rushing to satisfy health plan guidelines; the increased use of electronic health records, and the Silver Tsunami of older patients needing extra care. But before we consign traditional medical delivery to the trash bin, let’s see if the premise is really true. In my work with medical practices in Oregon and around the country, I see thriving relationships everywhere; they are simply evolving to meet today’s health care needs.

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