All chronic illnesses are life-limiting by definition alone. It has long been reported that chronic diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide. The li...

How many times have you sat in a waiting room of a doctor that you have waited days, weeks, or even months to see, and wondered when it will be your turn? It...

I remember when doctors owned their practices. I remember being able to call my doctor’s office and talk to person at the front desk who I knew for years and...

Imagine sitting in the waiting room of your doctor’s office and you overhear one of the women at the front desk say to a patient checking in, “Your name is M...

Some say that a doctor’s best friend is a pharmacist. As patients, we know the pharmacist works with the doctor to make sure that we get the best and safest ...

There is much that happens at a typical doctor’s appointment, so knowing what to bring is essential. 1. Paper and Pencil Always bring something to write on w...

Have you ever walked into a doctor's office, signed in at the front desk, sat down, found a magazine, and within five minutes, a voice calls your name to tak...

About four months ago, my wife called me into the kitchen to listen to a fascinating discussion on the radio between a noted cardiologist and a brilliant nat...

Most people are very familiar with the popular health information websites like WebMD and Medline Plus. Granted, they are well-conceived and valuable resourc...

We all have sat in the doctor's office, waiting too long to be seen, and thought of what we really would like to say to the doctor and his staff. Face it, no...