X-Ray films

The other day a patient came to see me to discuss her symptoms. She had been abroad and had brought the hard copy of her x-ray film. And she handed it to me, hoping I would give my comments on it.

I held it against the light and studied it...reminded me of my hospital days and it actually felt good looking at the film. As GPs, we access the written reports but never get to see the films. There is something highly satisfying about viewing the actual film...maybe it is a sense of control...I don't know. I hope one day we will be able to access the actual films on our computer. It can only be a matter of software upgrade.

Coming back to my patient, I was able to reassure her that her x-ray seemed fine and she seemed pleased. So was I....