One of the most disconcerting experiences a physician can have is realizing that he or she is strongly attracted to a patient. Many physicians believe they should be above such emotions or that their professional objectivity should neutralize these feelings.

Do doctors ever fall in love with their patients?

Though instances of doctors and patients entering romantic relationships are indeed rare, it does sometimes happen. Physicians sometimes have sexual relationships with patients, or with former patients. Sometimes the initiator is the physician, and sometimes it is the patient.

Do doctors get sexually attracted to patients?

Doctors are real people. Its as common for them to be physically attracted to patients (people) as it is anyone else.

How do you get your doctor to like you?

In Depth: Eight Ways To Make Your Doctor Like YouManage Your Expectations. Be Assertive, Not Pushy. Follow Common- Sense Advice. Ask to Read Guidelines and Research. Be Honest. Respect Time Constraints. Respect His or Her Expertise. Remember, Your Doctor Wants to Help You.Mar 11, 2009