How do I know if this doctor is right for me?
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Everyone has a different communication style. That's why the perfect doctor for one person may not be a good match for another. Think of what you value in a doctor. Some people feel more comfortable with a doctor who will share information in a clinical and businesslike manner. They expect their doctor to be the medical expert rather than a friend.
Other people want their doctors to have an excellent "bedside manner." They value a doctor who can attend to their patients' emotional health as well as to their medical needs. Many people whose illnesses require long-term treatment prefer this kind of friendly relationship with their physician.
After you have thought through what you want as a patient, the next step is to look at how you communicate with the doctor you have chosen.
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