A regular physician (like a family doctor) works out better if they are close to home. A specialist is better (usually) when they are affiliated with a large or prestigious university.
Sometimes you can ask friends or family who they like, or who they think are good. Sometimes you roll the dice and try someone who seems appealing. If the first visit makes you uncertain or uncomfortable, do not go back -- find another. (I've got this story about a dentist who conducted dental torture on me once...)
Sometimes medical insurance dictates that you choose from a list. Choose a doctor close to home, give them a shot, and change if you don't feel like they can/will provide you with good care.
A good doctor can explain things. A good doctor can discuss uncertainties. A good doctor is always learning, and always willing to research new topics. A good doctor is willing to refer you to someone else (or an expert) and admit when they just don't know the answer.
> A good doctor can explain things. A good doctor can discuss uncertainties. A good doctor is always learning, and always willing to research new topics. A good doctor is willing to refer you to someone else (or an expert) and admit when they just don't know the answer.
Sometimes you can ask friends or family who they like, or who they think are good. Sometimes you roll the dice and try someone who seems appealing. If the first visit makes you uncertain or uncomfortable, do not go back -- find another. (I've got this story about a dentist who conducted dental torture on me once...)
Sometimes medical insurance dictates that you choose from a list. Choose a doctor close to home, give them a shot, and change if you don't feel like they can/will provide you with good care.
A good doctor can explain things. A good doctor can discuss uncertainties. A good doctor is always learning, and always willing to research new topics. A good doctor is willing to refer you to someone else (or an expert) and admit when they just don't know the answer.