Is it unethical for a doctor to to make some contradictions on other doctor's diagnosis or actions?
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It's one thing to ask a doctor to give you a second opinion and yet another to ask the doctor to comment on the competency of another doctor.\n\nI've never had to get a second opinion on a diagnosis, but I'd handle it by going to another doctor or specialist and not tell them what the previous doctor had said.  After they decide what they think it is, then I'd tell them about the previous diagnosis.  It will prevent them from having any preconceived ideas prior to doing their own examination.\n\nI doubt any ethical codes have been violated, doctors simply can't come up with an opinion on what another doctor has said unless they know exactly how that doctor came to their diagnosis.  So, unless you have your charts forwarded to the new office and perhaps have the docs discuss with each other, the second doctor simply doesn't have enough information to make an educated comment on the first doctor's actions. So, no, no ethical codes have been violated.
46544
If a doctor EVER gets upset at you questioning them, they are automatically in the wrong. Part of their job is KNOWING. Whether or not it was dangerous isn't really the issue, but if they cannot give you a scientific reason that it is safe, then why should you listen to them? Because they have a piece of paper that says so? Please! \n\nI'm highly allergic to a specific antibiotic, which a doctor at one point prescribed to me due to a brain fart. If I didn't challenge that decision, I could be seriously harmed. Was I wrong for doing so? Of course not.\n\nAny good doctor will have faith in his answer, and a foundation for giving it, and would gladly have you seek a second opinion if you were in doubt, even after his explination.\n\nRemember, just because someone is educated does not make them automatically intelligent. Now if the answer is too complex for a patient to understand or comprehend, the doctor surely can't be condemned for that. But being uppity just because he was questioned is ridiculous.
1005475
I am sorry to hear of your misfortune, but I am sure that your doctor is giving you the correct information. If you feel that his response is not acceptable then go for a second opinion, it wouldn't hurt. I wish you all the best!
536078
See another physician for a second opinion... Second of all, if you feel that dr did not do there job, file a complaint with the state health department.
453938
Yes I do. Although it's not entirely required, it is a very respectable thing. Many "bad" doctors don't have good bedside manners. Also when a doctor does have good bedside manners it doesn't discourage the patient from returning where as if a Dr. doesn't have proper manners they may feel like they really don't care about their health or well being.
215512
Well, if you are concerned enough to ask the question, this person probably did something that you might want to file a complaint about.  If you are worried about filing an unjustified compliant, don't be.  The board of psychology will investigate the matter before taking any action (or deciding to take no action).  I am a psychologist, and I think that unethical conduct by people in my field should be taken seriously.  Good luck.
960170
Gee.....why not get another doctor?\n\nProblem solved.
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The medical licensing board will usually tell you if the physician has ever had any disciplinary actions against them.  If they have had any malpractice issues in that state, they'll usually have that info, too.\n\nBut keep in mind that sometimes docs with bad histories jump from state to state.  You might have to check with a couple of states to get a good idea of their history.
443670
No, it´s only an old joke, I would be glad to have a doctor like that, mine it´s just too serious, I think you have a good relationship with your doctor and that´s good, so, why are you complaining for?
217092
Go to another doctor and get a second opinion about the medication. The new doc might agree with you and presscibe a stronger medication.\n\nKeep in mind, your current doctor might not want to admit that his diagnosis is wrong. I mean, who likes to admit they're wrong. They're only human.
142407
Usually I do, but if you have any doubts by all means go for a second opinion. I work for a doctor and we have seen patients that have actually gone for 3rd opinions because the first two didn't agree.
266210
I don't recommend taking credit for being a counselor or a doctor or anything like that. It's not illegal, but I recommend being careful. Anytime I give any advice, I say "here is my advice, it worked for me, but I do recommend that you see a doctor counselor or so on" \n\n:)
1127354
because some people, the majority, don't agree with you. and its nobody's business but the woman and her doctor.
343313
Because doctors mostly quess on what is wrong and how to treat what they think is wrong.
1110088
Yes i have, and i asked to be assigned to another doctor, which worked out great. How else am i suppose to know if I'm healthy or not, if i can't understand what the doctor is saying?
277437
hon, make an apointment for your doctor,  don't rely on the advice of people you don't know for medical problems.
1165296
In my state it is a clear statute that makes it illegal to have a relationship with a patient.  It is not appropriate.  You should find another doctor.  If you want to continue a personal relationship then that is your choice.  By the way, it is his fault.  He should know better.  Even if a patient were to throw herself at you, as a medical provider, it is your responsibility to keep the relationship professional...period.