Why was the doctor's appointment so short? - Because the patient was "brief"ed!
One of the most recurring concerns among my peers is the amount of time physicians spend with patients, a concern I can easily relate to. It's not just about the time, but also the significant increase in my deductible, which was almost 100%. My appointment was scheduled for 7 am, and I arrived promptly at 7. At 7:15, the nurse called me in to check my weight and blood pressure, and 10 minutes later, the doctor entered the room for less than 2 minutes. How long would it take for the doctor to review my file and lab test results with only 2 elements before entering the room? I wish the doctor would dedicate that time in the room reviewing my file with me giving me the sense I deserve that little extra attention. By 7:28, I was already out of the doctor's office. While it's true that modern processes are more efficient, should that come at the expense of human connection?