Few things always taken for granted from doctors by patients are promptness, communication of problem and proper advice regarding diet and other habits. These expectations from doctors are justified on the part of the patients. In olden days there were limited number of hospitals and one would find one odd doctor who was practising medicine, surgery and obstetrics as a General Duty Doctor. He /she was seen as the most educated and most respected person in that small town or taluka. Doctors were given their residence inside the hospital premises.
Life was not as fast as it is today. The work load of a doctor was manageable. The main task of a doctor was to treat patients with adequate concern and dedication. As doctors were staying inside the hospital, there was no question of any delay in medical attention. The doctor had sufficient time at his disposal to explain the limited number of…
