Do Dr's have quotas? Absolutely they do!

Do you ever wonder why your doctor orders certain tests or procedures for you when nothing is wrong? They say it’s because you are a certain age & it's preventative medicine right? And you do it because you believe that and want to be sure you don’t have any hidden illnesses. Well if you're a nurse like me, you may choose not to do some of these tests especially if my family history doesn't indicate a need for them and the great thing about my primary doctor is she’s pretty straightforward with me. I emailed her recently & she brought up the colon screening test which I skipped & I told her, “hey it’s not in my family & to be honest if I’m going out like that I don’t want to know let it be a surprise because you know my stance on cancer treatment.” She replied “Well, it’s just a matter of our matrix for the office (quota in other words) we don’t even have to give you the results if you do it lol" just think about it"

So you see some doctors are honest, 🤷‍♀️😂 and every test is Not necessary but there’s a financial reason your Doctor is ordering it! Educate yourself & don’t just be a pawn in a game of life, ask questions & know why you are getting tests done and what happens next. I’m a big believer in educating patients, but most medical professionals won’t take the time unless they have to! Make your medical providers take the time, You deserve to know Why things are ordered and have things explained to Your satisfaction!

If your doctor isn’t honest with you, it’s time to find a new doctor, your health is too important to trust to a liar or someone who doesn't respect you enough to be honest.