For a successful private practice knowing and following ABC of private practice is essential. What is ABC of private practice? A-availability B-behaviour C-clinical knowledge A doctor should be available when needed. This is the first requirement for a successful practice. If the patient repeatedly finds that his doctor is not available whenever he needs him, he will certainly change his doctor. One may think that how it is possible to be available all the time?
If we try we can do this. Whenever doctor is going out of station he should inform his patients by prior notice. The alternative arrangement should be made so that patients can contact another known doctor at the time of emergency. The second requirement for a successful practice is doctor's behavior. The most important reason for nowadays deteriorating doctor-patient relationship is doctor's dealing with the patients and their…
