Picking a healthcare provider may be daunting, especially if you find yourself overwhelmed by questions about insurance coverage while stuck in hypotheticals about the future state of your health.

However, it all really boils down to four main considerations, according to Dr Adrian Wong, a Senior Resident Physician at Gleneagles Hospital's Urgent Care Centre (UCC).


Dr Adrian Wong is a Senior Resident Physician at the Gleneagles Hospital Urgent Care Centre. PHOTO: AsiaOne/Dennis Palit


"The important considerations for medical care are the 3Cs and 1R - convenience, condition, cost and reputation," shared Dr Wong.

In an in-depth interview with AsiaOne, the seasoned UCC physician also shared more about his healthcare experience and dispelled three common misconceptions that people might have about private care.

Read on to learn more about choosing a healthcare provider before your next doctor's visit.

Related

---