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The Waiting Room

August 9, 2017 By Bryan Vartabedian · Reading Time: < 1 minute

Waiting roomIn clinic I do my best to run on time. I bend every which way to see on time patients on time. It drives my staff crazy. Consequently, I prefer that my patients arrive in a reception area rather than a waiting room.

The space is the same but the intent is different.

Language is powerful in healthcare.

If you like this post you might like the 33 charts Doctoring 101 Archive. It’s a collection of the best stuff written on the process of caring for patients. From unique observations to tips and tricks that might make you think. 

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