If you have COPD it is especially important for you to have the right physician. As with any chronic health condition, you will, hopefully, be working with your doctor for a long period of time. So, how do you find the right doc for you?
"Jane, if one of your patients just told you what you told me, what would you suggest they do?"
She had me. My best friend, a nurse, had turned the tables on me as only a close, caring friend can - and should - do.
"Well?"
I said nothing.
"Well?" She asked again.
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