Signs That You Need to Find a New Doctor

You’re the patient, which means you should feel comfortable when you visit your doctor. Your relationship with them should’ve been built on mutual trust and understanding.

But if you feel like you’re being disrespected or ignored, then you might just need to move on and find someone who actually cares.

You Can Never Get An Appointment

You called to get an appointment, but your doctor isn’t willing or able to accommodate you with their busy schedule.

“Physician accessibility or lack thereof is one reason many people are using concierge-type doctors which requires paying a premium in exchange for availability,” claims Dr. Jake Deutsch, medical director and founder of CURE Urgent Care.

You Can’t Reach Them

“Access to your doctor is directly related to the overall quality of your health care,” says Dr. Deutsch. So when you’re ready to look for a new doctor, make sure to find out if they provide evening and weekend hours too. Ask them about all the ways you’d be able to reach the office.

Don’t be afraid to ask as many questions as needed.

Your Doctor is Bad at Care Coordination

Your primary care physician is sending you to get a bunch of unnecessary tests to figure out what’s wrong with you, which leads to more bills that you have to pay. After all these tests, they still aren’t able to figure out what’s wrong with you.

But here’s the thing, your primary care doctor is your overall health coordinator, not a specialist.

Your Doctor Never Directs You to a Specialist

“The primary care doctor is the gatekeeper to your health and is responsible for coordinating your care if you need to see specialists,” says Dr. Deutsch. A well-coordinated primary care physician can save you time, money, and even your life.