Is It Acceptable Not To Do Physical Examination For Migraine Condition?

Posted on Mon, 3 Mar 2014

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Mon, 3 Mar 2014 Answered on

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Question : I took my daughter to the GP as she suffered a severe migraine overnight. The dr didn't do any physical examination. Is this acceptable practise?

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer: it is unethical Detailed Answer: Hello, I am sorry that the doctor did not perform a physical examination of your daughter. It is not an acceptable practice; it is rather medically unethical. It must have been done, ideally. Regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (7 minutes later)

Thanks, this is what I thought, being a registered nurse, I was quite horrified and upset. He even charged me for a double appointment as his previous pt cancelled. I could go on about many other aspects of this consultation, including the fact he used a 2007 mims and printed out an incorrect script which I had to point out to him.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer: sad to hear this Detailed Answer: Hello, I am sorry about the entire issue. I understand how upset you are right now. I am helpless here. Let me know if there is anything that i can help you with. Take care!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (12 minutes later)

Thanks for your affirming advice. I will follow up with a complaints process.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer: my pleasure Detailed Answer: I am glad to be of assistance to you. Wish you good health!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar