Opinion: When patients begin investigating on their own

A patient with vague, persistent symptoms seeks reassurance. The initial assessment is inconclusive. The symptoms continue. At some point, the question shifts from “What is most likely?” to “What could be missed?” Read More“They may seek care at a walk-in clinic, present to an emergency department, or try to obtain an urgent appointment with their family physician.”  Opinion, Alberta A patient with vague, persistent symptoms seeks reassurance. The initial assessment is inconclusive. The symptoms continue. At some point, the question shifts from “What is most likely?” to “What could be missed?” Read More