Last week I got a call from an automated robot scheduler informing me that in order to continue with my current primary care provider, I needed to schedule a physical exam. This was just routine ...

That's the average amount of face time each person has with their doctor during an office visit - and even that's not guaranteed. Physicians may see 20 to 60 patients each day, which leaves anywhere ...

Physicians should review the patient's medical chart before the appointment. While brief small talk is fine, patients should avoid lengthy personal conversations to ensure the appointment stays on ...