Why is it important to have a good relationship with your doctor?

Why is it important to have a good relationship with your doctor?

Patients who have good relationships and effective communication with their physicians are more satisfied with their care and better able to manage their medical problems. They are also more likely to share information about their conditions which leads to an accurate diagnosis.

Do doctors ever fall in love with their patients?

Though instances of doctors and patients entering romantic relationships are indeed rare, it does sometimes happen. Physicians sometimes have sexual relationships with patients, or with former patients. Sometimes the initiator is the physician, and sometimes it is the patient.

Is it normal to have a crush on your doctor?

It's normal to develop an innocent crush on your doctor, says Dehn. "Tell a girlfriend, that way you can both laugh about it," she suggests. "If you keep it a secret, it becomes even more provocative." And, she adds, "Remember, this is most likely a one-sided relationship.