Just Ask Elizabeth: Doctor's Orders

Dear Elizabeth,

I know a few people who insist that they know what is “best for them’ even better than a trained doctor. Wow. How do you respond to these people?

Signed,
Not a “Dr. Wanna Be” in VA

Dear Not a “Dr. Wanna Be” in VA

This never ceases to amaze me. With all my own recent medical challenges, I have trusted my own medical care doctors and the results have been very good. I just let the people talk and decide for themselves. You cannot reason with some people, so I do not argue, but do not listen to their repeated complaints either. Just listen to the doctor; she is the professional.