Physicians should not be deceived that they cannot be involved in politics because they are too busy managing patients and taking care of other important things. Physicians are very busy, and often see politics as a very peripheral issue. However, other interest groups have members that are very busy, but they have made the political process a priority. Physicians often complain that they have lost their autonomy and power to make decisions for their patients. Physicians will not regain their autonomy and maintain their profession without involvement in the political process.
Physicians can host political candidates in their homes or practices.
Physicians can use their homes to sponsor dinners or receptions for candidates. Some candidates have come to physicians practices after hours, allowing for the space of the waiting room to be used to greet community leaders. Some physicians have found that the practice location provides a better opportunity to discuss issues important to patients and the practice of medicine. Physicians can be innovative in the means for getting to know first-time candidates or incumbents.