Medical Malpractice

Top 3 Considerations When Seeking a Good Doctor

If you are looking for a good doctor in Cleveland, there are several ways to begin your search:

  • Ask friends and family members for a referral;
  • Make sure you check out the doctors’ credentials; and
  • Choose a doctor with whom you feel comfortable.

Getting a Referral

Looking in the phone book and blindly choosing a doctor is decidedly not the best way to find the most suitable physician. It’s far better to begin by asking your friends, family members, and coworkers for referrals. People who find their doctor via a referral from someone they trust tend to have far better experiences than those who don’t, according to Consumer Reports.

Another way to begin your search is to utilize the State Medical Board of Ohio online Licensee Profile and Status feature. It enables you to view the biographical and professional information about any licensed doctor in the state as well as details of any public disciplinary action taken against them.

Checking Out Their Credentials

There are several sites that can assist you in checking prospective doctors’ credentials. As noted by Consumer Reports, you can start by visiting the: 

It goes without saying that you want a doctor who has verifiable credentials. It’s important to find a physician involved in professional organizations that focus on education.

Why? Because, as American College of Eye Surgeons member Dr. Edward R. Annis points out, “It has been estimated that the half-life of medical knowledge is seven years. That means that one half of what we know to be true today was not known just seven years ago.” For obvious reasons, you want your doctor to always be privy to the latest medical research.

Knowing Your Preferences

Lastly, know what you want in a doctor. Even if you locate the most credentialed, experienced doctor in Cleveland, if you don’t trust him or her or have good rapport, that doctor is likely not going to be your best pick.

A few questions you might want to ask yourself are:

  • Do you prefer a male or female doctor, or is gender unimportant?
  • Does the doctor’s age matter to you?
  • Is the physician’s location convenient for you?
  • Is the doctor patient and takes time to really hear you and explain options to you?

These are all factors to take into consideration before making your choice.

 For Legal Advice, Contact a Medical Malpractice Attorney In Cleveland

We hope these tips can help you find a good doctor who provides you with excellent care and service. But if you or a loved ever suffers an injury that’s the result of a doctor’s negligence or careless and inappropriate actions, discuss your case with a medical malpractice attorney.

For questions regarding your specific circumstances, contact us at Ryan, LLP in Cleveland.  To schedule a free consultation, call us today at 877-864-9495.