If this happens, there could be a chance that the patient could become sicker than if they had seen their doctor sooner. That’s where a patient reminder service comes in. A patient appointment ...

Going to see the doctor soon? Prepare to be hounded with appointment reminders by phone. By text. By robocall. By email. And in your online “patient portal.” Doctors and dentist offices for ...

If you already head to the doctor’s office once a year for an annual physical: good job. If you don’t, let this be your reminder to go ahead and book that appointment—and perhaps let go of ...

Had it not been for Dr. Singh’s appointment with the dermatologist, the intervention for both the rash and the kidneys would have been delayed. Even though Dr. Singh himself is a doctor ...

Use Your Doctor’s NetworkThe hospital or medical system your provider is affiliated with may help you find a same-day appointment with a different doc (and practice). Check online, using the ...