Is it unethical for him to treat me knowing I have feelings for him?
2007-07-30 03:12:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
What makes you think he knows? Have you told him? Do you flirt openly? He probably doesn't know unless you have made it really obvious to him. Clearly, if he doesn't know, there is nothing unethical about him treating you. Even if he does know, or suspect that you have a crush on him, as long as he does not become involved in a relationship with you, there is nothing unethical about it. However, many docs fear lawsuits from patients who they believe to be romantically inclined toward them, and they can choose not to treat those patients. (They have to provide you notice that they can no longer be your physician, and advise you to find a new one).
The only way your physician can have a personal relationship with you is if the professional one you have is completely severed. (many psychiatrists swear to NEVER become involved with a past patient). Bottom line is that docs are pretty normal people, and you may make him uncomfortable (just like any other man) by expressing an interest in him.
2007-07-31 07:18:36 · answer #1 · answered by Deanna 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be unethical for him to have any kind of relationship with you.
You said you have a crush on him, which sounds like it's one-way only. It would be best for him to give you a 10-day notice instructing you to find a new doctor because your crush on him makes treating you very difficult. It's not unethical for him to treat you, but it is inadvisable.
A doctor can terminate the doctor-patient relationship for any reason he deems valid. He is required to give you notice in writing and at least 10 days notice so you can find a new doctor.
2007-07-30 03:24:43 · answer #2 · answered by Nedra E 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you're being unethical for setting up appointments with a medical professional you have a "crush" on. Stop doing it and your problem is solved (imagine that!).
2007-07-30 03:21:13 · answer #3 · answered by mJc 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
he might have to stop treating you, but you will only be terminated if he is a robot from the future, and you're the person who is going to create some device that will start the great robot war.
2007-07-30 03:16:43 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
family doctor's experience:
i really dont care if a patient likes me or not, the only thing that i need is constant appointments, so i can keep practicing. If you have feelings, it is good for him because you will be a long term patient.
2007-07-30 03:22:40 · answer #5 · answered by $210,000 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
this situation is known as transferrance. every doc out there has tons of patients crushing on them. as long as they ignore it and don't act on it (which is usually the case) there isn't a problem. if you get to be a pain in the rear, however, you'll be outta there.
2007-08-01 14:25:10 · answer #6 · answered by bad guppy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He doesn't have to give you appointments, but he isn't doing anything wrong by treating you.
2007-07-30 03:17:57 · answer #7 · answered by Handsome Chuck 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure he would if your a guy and he can if he wants
2007-07-30 03:15:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont make a difference. just dont show him too much. no flirting u hear!
2007-07-30 03:17:11 · answer #9 · answered by *blink* 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No,if he terminated you,he would go to jail for homicide.
2007-07-30 03:15:40 · answer #10 · answered by TI-452 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋