(function(d){var s=d.createElement('script');s.type='text/javascript';s.src='https://a.omappapi.com/app/js/api.min.js';s.async=true;s.dataset.campaign='endytt71cnhwpihlcnb9';s.dataset.user='15398';d.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(s);})(document); Evan is right. Doctors spend much time and money in receiving their education and degrees and are highly skilled professionals, no question. If the guy who seems interested isn’t much more physically attractive than the woman in question (who presumably isn’t homely), then it’s quite possible there is something going on. While a PT is certainly not a “doctor,” I doubt he can date you while you’re his patient. Please help me to understand. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Dating a doctor can get frustrating at times, but remember the pros. Research shows that in the US one in ten family doctors have had affairs with their patients. …. I’m not even saying that I have a problem with it. He could lose his job or hurt his career track. Not in a sexual or romatic way–I believe he loved his wife very much–but by telling me of his childhood, family, some of his life traumas, etc. Perhaps your girlfriend has found a competent health care provider who she feels comfortable with (and who just happens to be male) â this would be something to celebrate, rather than cause for concern. He is about 20 years older than me(but he does not look it at all.) You have my number thought, right? Ex-patients are tricky. Go Ask Alice! “I asked him if he wanted to go to lunch with me, [he declined,] I felt so stupid afterwards.” Is it the same? Help, someone! If a woman is pursuing every man that shows the slightest interest in her, then I assume that she’s desperate. If you were wrong and he is NOT interested — or he is already taken — then you don’t have to face the embarrassment of having been the aggressor and been rejected every time you go in to have your sessions. Do you have confidence in your relationship, or can you work to make it better? Although he has not been direct, the way he looks at me suggests he is interested. I see him 3x/week, but I wish it was more. She is married, happily I”m not sure. Soon, he started flirting with me, and I followed the lead. It’s on doctor’s board exams. I can’t fraternize with my patients, although it is flattering. Your email address will not be published. I’ve actually encountered this very same scenario a few years ago. Or having a two minute uncomfortable conversation? Turns out she knew I would be there and already had her number written down for me. That line about going to the lake sounds a little more creepy than enticing, but hey, if that’s how he rolls, it’s up to you. They could correctly assume that I find them attractive. Here is a question for doctors and patients alike. Doctor’s I am sure know right from wrong, well in most cases, even still what a challenge it must be to seperate the man from the doctor and tthe doctor from the man. Engaging them on their thoughts of the patient case as well as getting their angle on how the patient is reacting to your choice of medical interventions will most certainly improve patient … }} } );jQuery(document).bind('gform_post_conditional_logic', function(event, formId, fields, isInit){} );, [gravityform id="27" title="false" description="false" ajax="true"],
He’s not much There are good reasons for the time honored sanctions of dating at work, professionals dating clients, teachers dating students, etc …. New PTs in California are required to have doctorate degrees, so their credentials are not the issue, professional ethics and boundaries. “Is he suggesting I go [to the lake] to meet him?” I would not think they were stupid or desperate. I think you need to just ask him. Here’s what you do: Get his home address, then find his house on Google Maps. It’s still better for you either way than continuing on your current path. ask him honestly and be ready of what he will say to you.then you can move on from there. I saw a PT and he told me about his entire family issues, old girlfriend, his dating life, how he hadn’t had a date in 5 yrs. If such incidents occur, the American Medical Association (AMA) recommends reporting offenders to medical licensing boards (state agencies) in the state where the doctor practices. The best thing to do? Choosing a gyno: Do I want a man or woman? I know he goes to the lake regularly. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Had started to debelop feelings for him. I have not seen this question addressed before. Before seriously flirting with the doc, you need to find out for sure … I Have a Crush on My Friend. There’s no reason for you to show up at the lake and hope he’s there. Well, here's another angle that you might consider: while your girlfriend is no doubt beautiful and attractive to you, health care providers (like the rest of us), each have their own ideal of beauty and are likely not attracted to most of their patients. I am 22 years old I have a crush on my chiropractor. is_redirect && ! It's normal to develop an innocent crush on your doctor, says Dehn. Hubby and I have issues (most ppl do; LOL), and this doctor is also married with a child (I I felt so stupid afterwards. Am I supposed to believe that when a beautiful girl has her legs spread these doctors are not turned on?