Pet Peeves (November 2015)

When patients don’t have $5 for their kids’ antibiotics, but their cart is full of beer and junk food.

Misuse of the Drive-Thru

Patients who ask for a Kit Kat and a lighter at the drive-through!

The Fast-Food Pharmacy Mentality

When patients will tolerate a 2-hour wait at their physician’s office, but complain about waiting 5 minutes at the pharmacy.

Impatience that Becomes Rude

When I tell patients I will call them when their refill is ready in about 15 minutes, but they pace in front of the pickup area giving me the “Is it ready yet?” look!

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