Have you ever visited your doctor, only to realize you’ve left the appointment without touching on what you came in to discuss? It happens a lot. “Either that, or patients get through the bulk of ...

In the corner of my grandmother's purse, there was always a worn notepad. Its spiral binding held pages filled with careful notes, questions, and medical data — a chronicle of my grandfather's health ...

BOSTON ‒ Dr. Rebecca Mishuris remembers her mother, also a doctor, bringing home her patients' medical charts every night and working on them long after she'd gone to bed. For years, Mishuris, a ...

Going to the doctor for the first time on your own can be stressful. You may feel anxiety, concern, or fear. A little preparation can help build confidence and ensure your appointment goes well.

The need for physicicans to gather information for electronic health records has changed the nature of the patient visit. Stressing the need to adopt a culture of safety within the American healthcare ...

Gynecologists are doctors who specialize in female health, with a focus on the female reproductive system. They deal with a wide range of issues, including obstetrics, or pregnancy and childbirth, ...

In today’s complex healthcare landscape, comprehending your medical chart has become increasingly vital for patient safety and optimal care. Recent studies show that patients who actively engage with ...

For people who have Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder causing dementia, doctor appointments may be stressful. How they experience these visits will change over the course of the disease.