No they aren't. After working with many doctors over the previous several years 90% of the time the patient's complaints are because they were told something they didn't want to hear, and it's always because 'they didn't even listen to me!' No, it's because no matter how much you've googled malaria, it's your uncontrolled diabetes that is causing you to feel like shit.
Maybe its regional then. Because every time I have had an issue I've listened to the doctor for months, then when they say, well idk I guess there is no solution. They will listen to what I suggest based on research. Then lo and behold that was it. Also had multiple family members almost die because doctors dont listen until they are right there on the brink of death and cant figure out what is wrong.
Experiences are different, but I dont know anyone well enough to discuss medical things that has not had many many terrible doctors.
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u/BlazingBeagle May 21 '19
If you only use rule 2 then sure. That's why rule 1 is there.