A board certified physician has completed a residency program in a specialty or subspecialty and passed examinations to test his or her knowledge of that specialty. Board-eligible physicians have completed their residency but have not taken the examinations. Over ninety percent of St. Mary's Hospital medical staff members are board certified. Don't be afraid to ask about office visit fees and costs for tests and treatment. We all have our own individual concerns and preferences.
Doctors do too.
If you want a doctor who stresses nutrition along with or instead of medication, discuss it ahead of time. If you have strong feelings about any aspect of your health care, be sure to bring it up. It will help you and your doctor avoid frustration and disappointment in the future. All pages contained on this site are copyright St. Mary's Hospital, Leonardtown MD 1999-2001.