How Often Should You See the Doctor? 6 Important Considerations
There's no one-size-fits-all answer, but asking yourself these questions can help you decide.
By Cathy Handy, M.D. and Anna Medaris Miller |Jan. 8, 2018, at 4:06 p.m.
Some people go to the doctor multiple times a year, even when they are healthy and feeling well. But more often, people forgo seeing a doctor until they get really sick, finds Dr. Jennifer Caudle, a family physician and assistant professor at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey. "That's a problem," she says, in part because it means the appointment will be focused on treating your illness, rather than on offering preventive care like screenings and vaccines.
In reality, how frequently you should see the doctor depends on your unique circumstances, health history and more. Here are six things to consider when trying to figure out what's best for you:
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