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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As a provider, I often run late because I actually listen to my patients.

If a patient complains about the timing, I apologize profusely and then do my absolute best to see them in 5 minutes or less.  It is what they wanted me to do with the ithrrs, so that is what they can have.

I work in an obgyn field.  Every time you read about maternal mortality and morbidity in the USA, or that it takes 10+ years to diagnose endometriosis (takes a 15-20 min detailed interview), I assure you these docs run on time.

I would love to have a scheduled 30 min appt to see each patient, but it is unrealistic.[/quote]

Listen doctors, your patients are not morons.  We know the doctors that run late because they spend time with each patient, listening attentively, and the ones who cannot manage themselves if their practice depends on it.  We know when doctors are late for emergencies -- because when it's an actual emergency -- the staff and doctor let you know.  We know when are BSing us because you were late due to bad scheduling.

You actually could schedule 30 min appt per patient.  You've just decided that it's not financially worth it for you.[/quote]

You are actually correct on all counts.
This is why I am fully booked [/quote]

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