Is it ever inappropriate to terminate a physician-patient relationship?
Termination of a physician-patient relationship should only occur after considerable evaluation. If the situation involves an urgent matter, or if the competency of the patient is in question, termination is not recommended. A coordinated team approach will assist in managing difficult patients in these situations. In rural areas, there may be limited reasonable options for care of the patient, making termination of a relationship unreasonable.
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