Understanding Patient Load Across Medical Specialties

What is the primary factor that influences how much a physician is paid for their services?

• The time spent with each patient

• The complexity of the procedures performed

• The number of patients seen per hour

• The location of the practice

Which specialty is known for seeing the most patients per hour?

• Dermatology

• Orthopedic Surgery

• Psychiatry

• Geriatric Medicine

Why do ophthalmologists in hospital settings see more patients per hour?

• They perform longer procedures

• They have more support staff

• They handle quick appointments like retina checks

• They work fewer hours

What is a common patient load for dermatologists per hour?

• 10 to 20 patients

• 5 to 15 patients

• 2 to 11 patients

• 1 to 2 patients

How does working in a hospital setting affect the number of patients nephrologists see per hour?

• They see fewer patients due to administrative duties

• They see the same number of patients as in clinics

• They see more patients due to quick checkups

• They see fewer patients due to longer appointments

Which specialty is associated with seeing an average of 2.5 patients per hour?

• Cardiology

• Ophthalmology

• Neurology

• Dermatology

What is a significant factor contributing to burnout in emergency medicine?

• Lack of patient interaction

• High patient load

• Limited career advancement

• Irregular hours and stressful conditions

Which specialty sees the fewest patients per hour?

• Radiation Oncology

• Hospice and Palliative Care

• Geriatric Medicine

• Emergency Medicine

What is a common patient load for hospice and palliative care physicians per hour?

• 3 to 5 patients

• 5 to 7 patients

• 1 to 3 patients

• 7 to 10 patients

What should be considered when choosing a medical specialty?

• The average salary

• The number of patients seen per hour

• The length of residency

• The type of patient and amount of charting required