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Originally Posted by OldAgePensioner Plus one of the doctors schedulers said "Beware of getting a new doctor during the summer because we are loaded with interns during that time."

I prefer to be seen by interns.

I know that doesn't make much sense considering their lack of qualification & experience, but interns can hardly bring preconceived notions to the exam. They're alert, attentive, inquisitive, and motivated. (I'm not saying that experienced doctors aren't the same, but interns have the advantage of being caught up in the novelty. And if they're having an off day, no one lets them slide.) They're usually familiar with the latest technology and with using the Internet as a research tool, something that even my generation seems slow to embrace. They're also eager to show off their knowledge by answering all of your questions in great detail and even teaching you about your symptoms and their significance. Many more experienced doctors have answered the same discussion board questions so many times that they're bored with the whole conversation.

The biggest advantage of an intern is that they immediately admit ignorance. After all, they've been accused of it for years! It doesn't take many questions to ball up an intern in the seeming contradictions, and they don't hesitate to seek advice from a supervisor.

Which leads to an even better deal than seeing an intern-- five minutes after an intern leaves to seek clarification, you'll have two doctors in front of you discussing all the ramifications of your situation. You get to ask an occasional question, but even just listening teaches you a lot about the symptoms and the treatment options.

I don't think you could buy a ticket to get two doctors to hold a personal seminar in front of you by invitation...