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Jan 14, 2020 1:11 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads
galradsgalradsDublin, Ohio USA2,264 Threads 279 Polls 36,283 Posts
Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.

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Jan 14, 2020 1:29 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
Friskyone
FriskyoneFriskyoneSanta Fe, New Mexico USA271 Threads 26 Polls 4,631 Posts
galrads: Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.
It's all about the benjamin!

The longer you are in their office, the more they can bill the insurance companies. Jmo

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Jan 14, 2020 1:34 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
HexagonKeySet
HexagonKeySetHexagonKeySetCentral, Waikato New Zealand150 Threads 7 Polls 3,829 Posts
You live in a highly litigious society ... so they cover their arses by writing everything down!

Someone must have told them that (CnP) Medical Treatment Is The 3rd Highest Cause of Death the USA

Iatrogenic INFECTIONS are directly responsible for 20,000 deaths among hospital patients in the U.S. each year, and they contribute to an additional 70,000 deaths, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control CDC).
The dollar cost of iatrogenic infections alone is $4.5 billion, according to the CDC. National Patient Safety Foundation
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Jan 14, 2020 1:53 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
2intrigued
2intrigued2intriguedMississauga, Ontario Canada11 Threads 18,576 Posts
galrads: Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.
Hiya Gal wave Yep, I've noticed this too but nowadays, patient information is kept on computers rather than in thick paper files but that shouldn't take away from the patient doctor experience. My doctor does spend time discussing everything and manages well with inputting information into the computer as he goes along and I like that. I went to a different clinic yesterday and there was barely a word spoken....just tapping away at the computer, writing a few chicken scratch instructions and barely spoke two words to me. Needless to say, I left that clinic feeling more confused and anxious than I was when I first arrived. doh
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Jan 14, 2020 2:02 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
jono7
jono7jono7Out West, British Columbia Canada3 Threads 8,017 Posts
2intrigued: Hiya Gal Yep, I've noticed this too but nowadays, patient information is kept on computers rather than in thick paper files but that shouldn't take away from the patient doctor experience. My doctor does spend time discussing everything and manages well with inputting information into the computer as he goes along and I like that. I went to a different clinic yesterday and there was barely a word spoken....just tapping away at the computer, writing a few chicken scratch instructions and barely spoke two words to me. Needless to say, I left that clinic feeling more confused and anxious than I was when I first arrived.
i'm typing into the computer right now....
giggle

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i hope you you are going to go to another clinic.
hug
j
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Jan 14, 2020 2:06 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
AI_1984
AI_1984AI_1984Pueblo del Mar, Murcia Spain12 Threads 769 Posts
Friskyone:

The longer you are in their office, the more they can bill the insurance companies. Jmo
Here they only allow 6mn for each patient.
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Jan 14, 2020 2:09 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
secretagent09
secretagent09secretagent09New Jersey Girl in, North Carolina USA198 Threads 4 Polls 7,223 Posts
Hiya Gal Yep, I've noticed this too but nowadays, patient information is kept on computers rather than in thick paper files but that shouldn't take away from the patient doctor experience. My doctor does spend time discussing everything and manages well with inputting information into the computer as he goes along and I like that. I went to a different clinic yesterday and there was barely a word spoken....just tapping away at the computer, writing a few chicken scratch instructions and barely spoke two words to me. Needless to say, I left that clinic feeling more confused and anxious than I was when I first arrived.[/quote]


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You also said that you felt rushed when you got there. This and making you more confused and anxious when you got there tells me it isn't the right medical facility for you and I would be very cautious about taking any medical suggestions they gave you.
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Jan 14, 2020 2:12 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
2intrigued
2intrigued2intriguedMississauga, Ontario Canada11 Threads 18,576 Posts
jono7: i'm typing into the computer right now....







i hope you you are going to go to another clinic.

j
Hiya Jo wave It's so good to see you "in the computer right now" giggle hug

Well, it appears that this is the only clinic my doctor refers patients to but I will be letting my doctor know how I feel about the way patients are treated there and hopefully I won't be having to go back there too often after this initial visit if we can call it that. laugh
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Jan 14, 2020 2:14 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
2intrigued
2intrigued2intriguedMississauga, Ontario Canada11 Threads 18,576 Posts
secretagent09: Hiya Gal Yep, I've noticed this too but nowadays, patient information is kept on computers rather than in thick paper files but that shouldn't take away from the patient doctor experience. My doctor does spend time discussing everything and manages well with inputting information into the computer as he goes along and I like that. I went to a different clinic yesterday and there was barely a word spoken....just tapping away at the computer, writing a few chicken scratch instructions and barely spoke two words to me. Needless to say, I left that clinic feeling more confused and anxious than I was when I first arrived.




You also said that you felt rushed when you got there. This and making you more confused and anxious when you got there tells me it isn't the right medical facility for you and I would be very cautious about taking any medical suggestions they gave you.
Yep, rushed indeed and I believe that was due to them falling behind schedule. I was there on time for my appointment and had to wait a half hour to be called in. doh No worries, my doctor will hear all about it next time I see him. laugh
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Jan 14, 2020 3:44 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
SingleGuyInOz
SingleGuyInOzSingleGuyInOzMelbourne, Victoria Australia12 Threads 1,043 Posts
AI_1984: Here they only allow 6mn for each patient.
That's barely enough time for them to snap on a latex glove and slip a finger up your bum isn't it ? sigh

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Jan 14, 2020 4:00 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads
galradsgalradsDublin, Ohio USA2,264 Threads 279 Polls 36,283 Posts
2intrigued: Hiya Gal Yep, I've noticed this too but nowadays, patient information is kept on computers rather than in thick paper files but that shouldn't take away from the patient doctor experience. My doctor does spend time discussing everything and manages well with inputting information into the computer as he goes along and I like that. I went to a different clinic yesterday and there was barely a word spoken....just tapping away at the computer, writing a few chicken scratch instructions and barely spoke two words to me. Needless to say, I left that clinic feeling more confused and anxious than I was when I first arrived.
Thats a crazy rush 2i. I think lot of doctors forgot about the care in health care. I fired one of my medical specialist yesterday. I got to her office 15 minutes early as they suggest, was called and seated into a room 30 minutes after my appointment time, and then left without seeing her 15 minutes later. Onward and looking for her replacement,

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Jan 14, 2020 4:04 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
Because patients are ants
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Jan 14, 2020 4:04 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads: Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.
I expect them to remember what I say; and, given my own memory, I think taking notes is a good idea.
They should, however, discuss why you're there. They may not always comment on what you think the reasons are for your affictions, either not to offend you or because agreeing with you might put them at odds with the legal eagles and/or the insurance companies.
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Jan 14, 2020 4:13 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads
galradsgalradsDublin, Ohio USA2,264 Threads 279 Polls 36,283 Posts
TTKSpectre: I expect them to remember what I say; and, given my own memory, I think taking notes is a good idea.
They should, however, discuss why you're there. They may not always comment on what you think the reasons are for your affictions, either not to offend you or because agreeing with you might put them at odds with the legal eagles and/or the insurance companies.
I get what you are saying, but it is hard to understand why they couldn't consider and comment on my thoughts concerning my afflictions. I listen to my body. They are “practicing” medicine not me.

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Jan 14, 2020 4:55 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
GingerGee
GingerGeeGingerGeedonegal, Donegal Ireland218 Posts
galrads: Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.
My doc is great. We went to school together. I go in there and he asks me what I want. He says "I suppose there is no point in offering you meds?" and I say no... He asks if I want to see a specialist and I might see yes. He might take bloods and my BP. He types a memo to get it done, then I leave.
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Jan 14, 2020 5:03 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads
galradsgalradsDublin, Ohio USA2,264 Threads 279 Polls 36,283 Posts
GingerGee: My doc is great. We went to school together. I go in there and he asks me what I want. He says "I suppose there is no point in offering you meds?" and I say no... He asks if I want to see a specialist and I might see yes. He might take bloods and my BP. He types a memo to get it done, then I leave.
Nice! I’d just like to see some if my hs friends again wave
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Jan 14, 2020 5:10 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
GingerGee
GingerGeeGingerGeedonegal, Donegal Ireland218 Posts
galrads: Nice! I’d just like to see some if my hs friends again
Mine were a great bunch. Most live locally and we see each other in one capacity or other, often.cheers
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Jan 14, 2020 6:45 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
galrads: Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing why you seeing them?

Maybe its me, but I see this typing thing often.
The last time I met with my Doctor he spent more time looking at his computer screen than at me. it seemed strange like he didn't want to face me. About 6 months after this I learned what was probably causing his weird behavior. He was drunk.
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Jan 14, 2020 6:55 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
pat8lanips
pat8lanipspat8lanipsbabinda, Queensland Australia67 Threads 14 Polls 6,372 Posts
The doctors are probably using dating sites, or updating their facebook etc.
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Jan 14, 2020 7:05 PM CST Why do some doctors spend more time typing what you say into a computer file instead of discussing
2intrigued
2intrigued2intriguedMississauga, Ontario Canada11 Threads 18,576 Posts
galrads: Thats a crazy rush 2i. I think lot of doctors forgot about the care in health care. I fired one of my medical specialist yesterday. I got to her office 15 minutes early as they suggest, was called and seated into a room 30 minutes after my appointment time, and then left without seeing her 15 minutes later. Onward and looking for her replacement,
So you waited a half hour then was put into another room to wait some more? Holy crap Gal, I don't blame you for leaving. conversing
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