How to choose a doctor.

Choosing a doctor is among the most important decisions you 'll make. How to make it an informed decision?

Obviously you 'll begin with the references of friends and colleagues.

This is followed by the reputation of the hospital or clinic the doctor works for.

Then comes the doctor. Can he or she provide a holistic patient experience?

Your doctor may have a lot of knowledge, but is it packed with empathy and care?

Doctors who love their profession can do this. Here's a simple formula to find out if your doctor 's approach is the right one.

You can check it yourself. Let me give you the checklist. It 's called Lovedoc.

Listen. Does your doctor listen to you patiently?

Observe. Does your doctor observe your condition carefully?

Verify. Does he or she verify the observations against the symptoms?

Examine. Does your doctor examine you thoroughly and completely?

Diagnose. Does your doctor diagnose the ailment correctly?

Overview. Does your doctor give you a complete overview of your condition?

Conclusion. Does your doctor offer a concrete conclusion and a future course of action?

So, the next time you need a doctor, apply the Lovedoc checklist.

If your doctor does well on this checklist, he or she is a good decision.