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There were many answers, as you might expect. There is not one set answer or one simple solution.
A popular response was clinical skills and judgment. A physician needs experience and knowledge to weed through all of the potential health issues linked to a patient's complaint.
Another answer was technology. Without CAT scans or MRIs and the wide variety of tools out there, modern medicine would not be possible. a
As for me, my answer has always been the same: a sense of caring. If your doctor is empathetic and compassionate, it can help remove countless obstacles and lead to high-quality care, which I believe most patients want.