Physician patients shouldn’t be special
Physicians often, by virtue of their degree, have easier access to medical care. Yet the care they actually receive may be substandard. Here’s why.
Years ago, I broke my wrist. Visiting a local hand surgeon, I was relieved to hear that surgery would not be required — wearing a cast for a few months would probably do the trick. But then the doctor, knowing that I’m a swimmer, asked if I …