What should I expect from my doctor?

ACS Answer

A good patient-doctor relationship is a two-way street. Your doctor should:

• Treat you with respect
• Return your phone calls
• Not make you feel rushed
• Explain things about your condition and its treatment clearly so that you understand them
• Answer your questions if there is something you don't understand
• Be able to answer your questions about advances in treatment of your condition or be able to direct you to places to get the answers

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