Professional Courtesy

Today, as we haltingly stumble towards "universal coverage," acts of charity and professional courtesy both appear destined to disappear. I would guess that other aspects of how doctors behave towards our patients will likewise face a major overhaul. And it won't make any difference what side of the needle you're on.

Dr. George Andros is the medical director of the Amputation Prevention Centery, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Van Nuys, Calif., and the outgoing  medical editor of Vascular Specialist.