Just when you think you've heard every excuse

[disneysteve]

I've been a doctor for a long time and have heard all kinds of excuses for why someone missed their appointment, didn't take their meds, didn't go for tests I ordered, etc.

Just when I think I've heard them all, someone comes up with something to top them.

A patient came in who I hadn't seen for some time. When I asked why it has been so long, the patient replied, "Once it gets hot, I don't go out much." Sounds reasonable, except it is now mid-June and 80 degrees and the last time the patient came to see me was in April of 2005, 14 months ago!

And before you get the flamethrower out, I know there are many reasons why people don't go to the doctor - cost, fear, transportation issues, family issues, etc. And we try our best to help with those whenever possible. But I can't help but find an excuse like this humorous.

 

[belle_of_the_ball]

"well doc...you see..i didnt take my perscription because my dog ate it!"

i love hearing wacky excuses.

my favorite of being a summer reading teacher "i couldnt read it miss. dunphy...it had no pictures!"

 

[tmt martins]

Hey Steve no Flames here

But you know Now that you brought it up I aviod the Docs as well but maybe I'll feel better just talking about my aches here on the DIS .

Could you help me OUT

Jk but yea I work in service and it amazes me what comes out their mouths with a straight face.