Unfortunately, in this day and age it can be difficult to find a family doctor willing to take new patients. However, if you have been in a car accident it is very important to try to find a doctor that will be your ‘treating physician’. Medicentre Clinics are convenient if you have the flu or other temporary medical issue. However, it has been my experience after practicing personal injury law for 25 years that having your own family doctor after a car accident is crucial. One reason for it being so important is that you want someone to see your progress (or lack thereof) recovering from your injuries and who can advise you on ongoing or alternate treatment.
My experience is that judges place a much higher value on the opinion of the family doctor than that of other treatment providers (such as physiotherapists, chiropractors or massage therapists). This is the case, even though it is generally the other treatment providers (i.e. physiotherapists, chiropractors and/or massage therapists) who see you on a much more regular basis.
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