This has been a bugaboo for me for years. I get scolded by a receptionist at the doctor's office if I'm ten minutes late because of traffic, but the doctor has no problem being late seeing me. Worst case several months ago - I sat in the waiting room just basically waiting for about 90 minutes past my appointment time. Is his time worth more than mine?
This is the reason I always bring my Kindle when I go to any appointment - so that I have something to read while I'm waiting. I've learned that the appointment time is a requirement for me but merely a suggestion for them. |
