Posts tagged ‘veterinary cost’

The real cost of healthcare

September 19th, 2010

Recently, I had my own appointment with an otolaryngologist (aka ear-nose-throat or “ENT” physician).  I was diagnosed with otitis externa (an ear infection) and the doctor prescribed some medicated ear drops which I picked up at a local pharmacy.  This experience struck me as one similar to a scenario I see all the time at [...]

I get asked that question a lot.  Sometimes I know the answer, but often I don’t …and that’s by design, as I try not to let my perception of what’s “expensive” influence my medical recommendations for my patients.  It my job to answer “What does the patient need?” not “What can the client afford?” [...]