AI scribes are transforming medical appointments, often for the better. But it’s best to understand them before you give your ...

Dr. Michael Sherman is chief medical officer and senior vice president of health services for Harvard Pilgrim Health Care in Wellesley, Mass. He’s also a parent, so when his 10-year-old daughter Lila ...

Having relevant information to hand and making lists of any questions can make booking a first doctor’s appointment easier. It is important to see a doctor for any health concerns as soon as possible.

About half of all Americans take one prescription medication each and every day. Short doctor visits, savvy pill marketing, and habit convince us that every doctor's appointment should end in a ...

It’s Monday at 11 a.m., and you have a visit set for 3 p.m. with your primary physician. You plan to ask your doctor about a recent knee injury and intermittent headaches, but you only mentioned knee ...

Knowing where to go for medical attention can be confusing. This guide explains when to visit the emergency room (ER), urgent care clinic, or primary care health center. When someone has an accident ...

Malicious files disguised as fake doctor appointment booking apps target devices, compromise data and personal details, and can lead to bank transactions that deplete your bank account(s).

Going to the doctor is more than just stressful, it can be downright awful. Not only do you almost always have to wait forever to get an appointment, but doctors also tend to be overbooked and rushed.

An ear thermometer sent Rita Ho-Bezzola’s 1-year-old daughter into a crying fit when a nurse tried to take the little girl’s temperature. Afterward, Ho-Bezzola decided to buy a thermometer from a ...

Another 48 percent pointed to being unable to reach a human being on the phone, while 41 percent cited difficulty scheduling ...