But like any medical professional, they’re human, so they’re not going to be perfect.
And, while small human errors are completely understandable, certain ones should be a cause for concern.
You’re not alone.
Astudyrevealed the average time a doctor will listen to their patient before they interrupt, and it’s shocking.
You read that right: The average time a doctor will listen before interrupting is only 11 seconds.
That doesn’t give you much time to express your worries or ask any questions.
For a dermatologist, they see up to 50 patients on average in a single eight- to ten-hour shift.
Why else would you go to a doctor if you didn’t think they wanted to help you?
One of these scandals involved dermatologists and a psoriasis treatment that disregarded the patients' safety.
If you see your dermatologist periodically, this might not constitute a red flag in your eyes.
However, for those with a skin condition that needs frequent follow-ups, this is unacceptable.
So when should you be concerned?
They’re not very thorough
Being thorough is the key to great dermatology.
This is especially worrying for patients coming in with concerns about skin cancer.
One study (viaScience Daily) found that negative communication between doctors and patients could actually make symptoms worse.
If your specialist lacks this fundamental skill, it’s a red flag that shouldn’t be ignored.
You’ll have better luck seeking out a dermatologist who has the ability to communicate well.
Quality of care can change for a number of reasons.
For one, understaffed medical practices often lead to unhappy patients, according to an article byDermatology Times.
She complained of poor communication from the dermatologist’s staff and long wait times between appointments.
Nobody likes to be poked and prodded.
According toPractical Dermatology, around 30% of dermatological conditions are affected by psychiatric conditions like anxiety and depression.
This is especially true, given how many treatments can negatively impact their patients' psyche.
