Here Are A Few Signs That You May Need A New Doctor

Posted on

Many people want to change doctors, but don’t. Since the hassle of such a change deters people from seeking out a new doctor, they may stick with a medical professional who fails to provide them with the care they deserve. As tough as it may seem to change doctors, that effort is minimal compared to suffering through medical care that may not be up to your standards, or even medically acceptable standards.

So when is it time to finally call time on your relationship with your doctor? Are there any clues or indicators that you should look for to finally take the step out of your doctor’s office and into a new one? Here are a few factors to consider:

  • Your doctor may or may not be on staff at a hospital. If your doctor is, then he or she can be more involved in your care.
  • Board certification in specialty areas is not necessarily guaranteed. If your doctor is not board certified, or if your doctor hasn’t been recertified in a while, then your doctor may not be up to date on new techniques.
  • Are the referrals that your doctor makes leaving you satisfied? Does your doctor work well and coordinate with these referrals to ensure you are receiving quality care? If the answer to these questions is “no,” it may be time for a new doctor.
  • The organization of your doctor’s office is a critical component to your care. If it takes a long time to receive test results, or if it takes a long time to be called back about appointments or other information, then it may be time to start your doctor search.

Source: Forbes, “When to Fire Your Doctor,” Accessed Aug. 6, 2014

Recent BlogPosts

  • February, 2024

    Common Forms of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Doctor Malpractice and When You May Have Grounds for a Lawsuit

    If you have ever had sleep issues, allergies, neck cancer, or skin disorders, you may have sought diagnostic and treatment help from an Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist, known as an ENT. An ENT specializes in otolaryngology, the study of ear, nose, and throat conditions. In essence, these doctors treat diseases and disorders of the […]

    READ MORE
  • January, 2024

    The Complex Relationship Between Religion and Medical Malpractice

    The United States Constitution protects religious freedom. Although the nation is historically Judeo-Christian, people of all faiths practice their religions throughout the American landscape. In the last half-century, federal and state laws and policies increasingly bolstered religious protections, especially in medicine. Conscience laws allow medical practitioners to refuse medical care under certain circumstances when their […]

    READ MORE
  • January, 2024

    The Legal Team at Fronzuto Law Group Obtains $1 Million in Damages for Negligent Nerve Block Injuries 

    Improper Implementation of a Nerve Block Before Surgery Leads to Permanent Disability One of Fronzuto Law Group’s latest medical malpractice case victories concerns the negligent performance of a nerve block prior to shoulder surgery, which ultimately left an otherwise healthy 46-year-old woman permanently disabled. While the woman was scheduled for a relatively standard surgical procedure […]

    READ MORE

Free Case
Evaluation

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Officelocations