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Charlotte A. 3 years ago • From Google

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Reception didn't ask about doctor gender preference

I requested an appointment with a specialist to examine a sensitive area of concern. The receptionist indicated she would arrange an appointment with a doctor, who would then determine whether a referral was needed. When I asked for clarification about what the appointment would involve, she explained that an examination would take place before any referral decision was made. I appreciated having this information confirmed. I expressed that I would prefer to be seen by a female clinician, and this preference was accommodated. Throughout my life, I have not been examined by a male doctor for internal examinations, aside from during pregnancy and childbirth. I felt it would have been more considerate for the receptionist to have proactively asked about my preference regarding the gender of the clinician, rather than leaving me to raise this myself.

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