To me the greatest motivator to NOT go to a doctor in this country is that the system runs on the profit motive. And that means that $$$ is a major reason why people go into medicine. I would rather be treated by a witch doctor with a rattle who actually cares about me and gives me his undivided attention and best efforts than an indifferent doctor who spends 6 minutes with me after I wait 2 hours, feels my forehead, scribbles a prescription, and looks at his watch before wandering away . . .

Thanks for the thought-provoking post.