When my last day finally comes — hopefully, not until I’m 105 or so — I want to be in full control of my own death. I do not want my last minutes on this agonizingly beautiful planet to be lost in a ...

SAN DIEGO — Is your doctor accused of negligence? Are they accused of sexual misconduct with a patient? Do they have substance abuse issues that affect how they practice medicine? Every year, the ...

Having relevant information to hand and making lists of any questions can make booking a first doctor’s appointment easier. It is important to see a doctor for any health concerns as soon as possible.

To find a new doctor when moving, people can first think about what their requirements are, then look for recommendations or use online directories to find professionals who meet them. Things to ...

The Boston Globe Spotlight Team’s latest two-part series on a New Hampshire surgeon’s troubling malpractice settlement record has prompted many readers to ask: How do I know if my doctor is safe? The ...

When Claudia Siegel got a stomach bug earlier this year, she reached out to her primary care doctor to prescribe something to relieve her diarrhea. The Philadelphia resident was surprised when she ...

If you’re diagnosed with a hepatitis C infection, you’ll need to take a few extra steps to make sure you receive the right treatment — at the right hands. Getting a hepatitis C diagnosis can take ...

Zach McCallum doesn’t embarrass easily. But the self-described bald guy with a beard felt grateful when his gynecologist said he could check in on a regular medical floor. That meant he could skip the ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. You’d be hard-pressed to find a medical doctor who toiled through years of undergraduate ...

When Claudia Siegel got a stomach bug earlier this year, she reached out to her primary care doctor to prescribe something to relieve her diarrhea. The Philadelphia resident was surprised when she ...