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Supplemental Appendix. Interview Schedule for Expectations of Frequent Attenders.
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The Article in Brief
Background: Patients who make frequent visits to the family doctor can cause a strain on the work load and resources of the doctor�s office. This study interviewed such patients about how often they visit the doctor, what they expect from the visit, and their relationship with the medical team.
What This Study Found: Most patients interviewed were not able to clearly say how often they visit the doctor. Although they had a lot of respect for their family doctors, many patients were dissatisfied with their medical treatment. They also reported problems making appointments, such as difficulties getting through to the doctor�s office by phone.
Implications:
� Patients who make frequent visits to the doctor may have a different view of the appropriate rate of visits, compared with family doctors and researchers.
� Communication problems between doctors and patients may lead some patients to visit the doctor more often.
� Patients who make frequent visits want their family doctor to acknowledge their symptoms and provide reassurance.
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