Now this is a literally sensitive subject for many I know. It makes itself known at an early age too and for some it is a very serious subject and for others of no concern. I have personally experimented with both male and female doctors and I have noticed very little doctoring distinctions
WARNING: VERY MILD SUGGESTIVE INNUENDO AHEAD
It is the patient that usually has the consideration. Now I will go first and share my experience with two female doctor types. I always had a male doctor if at all. I don't like doctors as a group. There is nothing personal involved. I just like to command my own well-being and when I need professional help....I seek out a Doctor.
YES TO PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT
SO MANY YEARS AGO...This one time they didn't have any immediate openings for the regular doctor and I said I will take what you have open right away as I needed it for a job clearance. Waiting until the last minute caused some stress but I was told they can get me in right now if I agree to a PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT...No problem sez I...Lets do this
I HATE THE PATIENTS GOWN
It's a physical and you have to go naked except for the bed-sheet type gown that only comes in extra-large and remains open in the back and loose throughout. This is understandable. I get this thing on and patiently wait until I hear footsteps approaching the door and I thought good...I can get out here...
AHH...WRONG ROOM LADIES....
In walks in two young girls. One is holding a chart of a sort and the other has the stethoscope. Now I didn't really care about the whole thing until this happened and I had to assess it within seconds. Apparently my eyebrows must have moved upwards because the lead Physicians assistant said the following:
HI...MY NAME IS XXXX and I WILL BE YOUR STEWARDESS FOR THIS FLIGHT
Hi my name is xxxx and this is xxxx and I understand you are here for a physical. I said my howdy do's and she said, if you are uncomfortable with being seen by a woman, let me know and we can schedule something else. Now I was in a hurry and I already thought this through within seconds...
HAVE YOU EVER HAD YOUR LIFE FLASH BEFORE YOU
I knew they would be visiting with my whole body, asking me questions and having me even touch my toes. I realized that perspective, purpose and professionalism played a huge part in this process and the only question for me was can I handle this professionally? The answer was without hesitation...YES. I said to her...no problem let us proceed.
OH...YOU BROUGHT A FRIEND?
She sez..is it alright for xxxx to be involved as she is in training. The way I figured it was if you are in for a dime, your in for a dollar and said sure you can stay and invite anyone else while you are at it. This was a weak attempt to be humorous and failed because she said...Are you sure?
JUST TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT ME TO DO
I went into my professional mode, said YES and the examination commenced. All procedures were followed, delicate questions were answered and a tour of my entire body was conducted. It is interesting to hear two people discussing your body while pointing too. At no time was anyone off their focus, was there any awkwardness and here is the true test of it all...
We even had eye contact many many times. Everyone conducted themselves very well. I shared all that to lay the foundation for anyone who-wishes to answer the title of the post...Male or Female Doctor, what is your preference?
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