“The system is costly, confusing, and it takes too long to get needed care,” said John Gerzema, CEO of The Harris Poll LLC, ...

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.

Getting in to see a specialist can take weeks, especially right now. If you don’t want to wait, there are strategies to get an appointment faster. With more people seeking medical care after deferring ...

Preparing well for a doctor’s appointment can ensure a person gets the most out of their time with the doctor and covers everything necessary, including questions and concerns. A person can feel more ...

Why is it so frustrating to see a doctor these days—and can anything be done to make it easier? Despite years of efforts to improve efficiency and access, wait times to see a doctor have only gotten ...

Getting a doctor’s appointment for an urgent issue like the flu or COVID may not be a problem these days, but anyone trying to become established as a new patient with a family doctor may be in for a ...

Watch this video for tips on talking to your doctor — including what information to bring to an appointment and what follow-up questions to ask after a diagnosis. When you're sitting on an exam table ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Primary care doctors have heard it all—yet there are four words they hope their patients don’t say. Here’s ...