My Wife Says.....

Husband is seen, or brings child to be seen. After a comprehensive visit where all problems are discussed and treatment is explained to the complete satisfaction of the responsible adult, wife/mother calls on the phone.

Rant:
"You didn't (insert phrase of choice - perform the correct test, provide the correct medicine, provide a referral to a specialist) and you should have. I'm going to report you to the (insert choice -Medical Board, Insurance company, Lawyer)"

What we wanted to say:
If it was that important, why didn't you accompany the patient.
Where did you get your medical degree.
How long have you been in practice.
How high is your malpractice premium.
Do you know its a felony to practice medicine without a license.

What really happened:
A letter of explanation is sent to the medical board in response to a notice of investigation of your practice to determine why amoxicillin instead of azithromycin was prescribed for a sore throat.

Malpractice premium rises as a consequence of an inquiry by the Medical Board