Patient’s Perspective

What makes a good physician, according to patients

According to patients, the ability to listen attentively is a key attribute of high-quality doctors, followed by diagnostic accuracy. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research survey respondents said markers of poor-quality doctors include not listening to patients and not spending enough time with patients. Physician experience, initial impressions after meeting and appointment scheduling all contribute to whether patients will select a given provider, according to the findings. BeckersHospitalReview.com (7/21)