The ‘Mr’, The ‘Missus’, The ‘Mistress’, and the story of the modern day medical practice:

Posted on 25 February 202123 March 2022 by doctor

In the 18th Century when Voltaire said, “The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease”, he was not far from the truth. He is neither far from the reality today. Medicine – we are taught is an ‘Art’ and a ‘Science”. A marriage of the art and the sc...

Has Medicine ‘Lost’ it’s Soul ?

Posted on 25 February 202123 March 2022 by doctor

A hospital bed is like a parked taxi with the meter running. – Groucho Marx A visit to a hospital for a patient – be it for a consultation or a hospitalization, is often accompanied by mixed feelings of fear and faith. The ‘Fear’ of the outcome of a consultation – in terms of an […]...

The ’11 Seconds’

Posted on 24 February 202124 February 2021 by doctor

Good Day Amigos ! I have to share a secret with you, today. A secret which can ruin your practice. A doctor interrupts his or her patients after a mere 11 seconds into a clinical consultation. Surprised ? Or been a witness or culprit yourself ? We listen to reply. And it’s true. We as […]...

The ‘7 Seconds’

Posted on 23 February 202124 February 2021 by doctor

Good Day Amigos! Today, I want to share the biggest secret to change your personal and professional life. It’s far too common not to give the Front-Office or Reception Desk of a Clinic or Healthcare Facility, the much-needed importance it really deserves. It’s not uncommon that the junior-most ...

80/20 Rule

Posted on 23 February 202124 February 2021 by doctor

Hi ! It’s a great day ! As always ! As a practicing doctor, I know that I have leveraged my time, effort and money well this morning and completed my scheduled two surgeries. I now have the time needed to type out this short message for you – while I get ready for the […]

The ‘Art’ of Medicine – The Essential Guide to Positive Experiences in Healthcare

Posted on 22 February 202125 February 2021 by doctor

“The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient, while nature cures the disease”. Voltaire (1694 – 1778), French Philosopher Voltaire’s philosophical wit, has merit even today. The delivery of delightful patient experiences does not need investments on swanky buildings with glitzy interiors,...