People may be able to get prescription refills without a doctor, but it can depend on the type of medication they need and the state where they live. If individuals need further prescription refills, ...

Welcome to the new normal, where social distancing has moved birthday parties, graduation ceremonies and gym classes online. And in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, even doctor’s appointments ...

Having relevant information to hand and making lists of any questions can make booking a first doctor’s appointment easier. It is important to see a doctor for any health concerns as soon as possible.

Making your first doctor’s appointment can feel like a big step and may leave you feeling like you don’t know where to start. However, taking time to prepare and understanding what to expect can help ...

If you've tried to schedule a doctor’s appointment recently, you might have had to flip your calendar to a different season. There simply aren’t enough physicians in the U.S.: By 2037, the deficit is ...

Dr. Ouyang is an emergency physician and an associate professor at Columbia University. When I started my training as an emergency room physician, my mind revolved around answering one fundamental ...