The Six Habits of Highly Effective Doctors

According to The New York Tims WellBlogger Micheal Kahn, M.D., The Six Habits of Highly Respectful Physicians should be

• Ask permission to enter the room; wait for an answer.

• Introduce yourself; show your ID badge.

• Shake hands.

• Sit down. Smile if appropriate.

• Explain your role on the health care team.

• Ask how the patient feels about being in the hospital

How does your MD or main health practitioner measure up to these standards?

As patients we can be prepared to get the most out of our doctor's visit by taking the steps mentioned in this article posted on our website.

Posted by Juliette Aiyana, L.Ac. Author