The demise of the physical exam

Article Abstract:

Doctors are relying more on high technology tests and less on physical examination as they are uncomfortable with uncertainty and are accompanied by the fear of lawsuits mainly because of subjective observation. However, physical diagnosis has advantages over the use of more sophisticated technology as it is less expensive, more easily used to make serial observations and because it involves touch, the physical examination is believed to enhance the doctor-patient relationship.

New England States, Technology application, Comparative analysis, New England, Diagnostic imaging, Physical diagnosis, Medical examination, Periodic health examinations

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The script

Article Abstract:

Physicians are taught to follow a script when a patient visits, in order to take a detailed history of the existing illness. The practical experiences of the doctors indicate that this theoretical method does not work in all the situations.

United States, Methods, Practice, Medical history taking

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"Medicine is my lawful wife" - Anton Chekov, 1860-1904

Article Abstract:

Anton Chekov was a brilliant playwright along with being a general medical practitioner. He balanced his love for medicine and literature very well.

Authors, Writers, Works, Chekhov, Anton, Physicians as authors

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