Older doctor vs younger

[Jay2117]

Everything depends on the personality of the doctor. Young or old, if they listen to my concerns and do a little "troubleshooting" to uncover a medical problem, then I'm happy. I always remind them that I've lived with my body for many years, and usually know what's normal or abnormal FOR ME. I hate doctors that day, "it sounds like", or "it might be". I want them to look. Do testing, if necessary, and tell me what it is, or what it isn't, and then prescribe the appropriate treatment.

 

[Jay2117]

Everything depends on the personality of the doctor. Young or old, if they listen to my concerns and do a little "troubleshooting" to uncover a medical problem, then I'm happy. I always remind them that I've lived with my body for many years, and usually know what's normal or abnormal FOR ME. I hate doctors that day, "it sounds like", or "it might be". I want them to look. Do testing, if necessary, and tell me what it is, or what it isn't, and then prescribe the appropriate treatment.

I recently found myself in need of a new doctor and wound up with someone much younger - mid- thirties. I was expecting an arrogant know-it-all, but was pleasantly surprised at how patient and thorough he was. He has become the best doctor I've ever had. After my first visit for a sinus infection, he insisted I return for a full physical. Him being younger, I expected him to gloss over the testicular and prostate exam. He insisted on performing both, and did so professionally and thoroughly, gaining my trust and respect.

 

[Indelicate]

Age and sex of a physician is typically irrelevant, unless an older doctor has failed to keep up with the most recent research and technology - especially in regard to specialists. The level at which a physician is engaged regarding a patient's care, as well as working in "team mode" when it comes to staff and colleagues, is what makes the difference.

If possible, when seeking a new physician (GP or specialist), find someone locally knowledgeable of the most reputable health care providers in town. I know RN's in my city who have worked in the area for many years and are well-connected. If they are not certain about a "who is good" in a particular specialty to recommend, usually the RN's know another clinical colleague who has more experience in the area and can make a recommendation.

Regardless of where you live these days, you must to be your own health care advocate. Don't ever be concerned about getting a second opinion when you are not satisfied with the answers / treatment / results you get. I have been vigilant in particular since a previous family physician misdiagnosed my wife of a health condition which nearly killed her.

Best of luck to all of you. Indy

 

[martin60018]

This is a great topic, I maintain two sets of doctors, usually one older and in most cases difficult to get an appointment with. Then a younger "new" doctor, easy to get in and quick with the prescription pad usually. I don't cross share the information between them either. I go the young doctor for quick fixes, and if it doesn't quite sound right or if it seemed glossed over, I'll go see the "senior" doctor who's been around the block a few times and has seen it all.

These days, it's getting harder and harder cause they can see all your prescriptions online.

 

[Gj816]

My primary care provider is early to mid 60's as well as one of my specialist. Urologist until he moved to another state was late 30's. Urologist was very thorough. He'd even chub me up when he was doing his Initial exam. Pulled on my penis stretched it out as far as he could while I was soft. Not exactly sure why he did that. But he covered everything from front to back checked my testicles and did a prostate exam and all while my trousers were around my ankles. If all my drs were as thorough as he was I'd be happy. Now I've got to find another urologist.

 

[gameshow]

I had (still do) problems with my prostate and my urologist was young and good looking. He was very professional but at times seemed embarrassed when examining me. He referred me to another doctor who was a bit older (late 40's). Now we had a very thorough examination. Had on a hospital gown and laid on a table. Entering the room he was very cordial and talked constantly. He kept telling me not to be embarrassed as he lifted the gown up to my neck exposing my naked self to him. I asked him wouldn't it be easier to just take off the gown and he said "if it wouldn't make you uncomfortable' I said since you're telling me not be to embarrassed OK. The gown came off and I lay there totally exposed but really was rather enjoying it. He put a tube in my penis to look at my prostate. It was a bit uncomfortable but not painful. He held on to my penis as he slowly pulled it out and rubbed my penis up and down a bit to ease it out. I started to get hard and he said "might as well get a sperm sample". I said "do you have a special machine for that" he said yes and showed me his hand. He also gave me the option of doing it myself, but I liked him and said to go for it. Spreading my legs wide apart and pulling me down to near the edge of the table he asked if I used any lube. Being uncut I said not usually all the while he was slowly rubbing my dick. He said he was going to apply some lube even though it wasn't necessary because it would cause me to cum quicker. He knew what he was doing as he pulled down my foreskin and very slowly began masturbating me. Telling me to just relax and enjoy it, which I was he stopped and said to let him know when I was ready and he went to get a small vile to catch the sperm. I don't know what he was doing but I was rock hard and he slowly inserted his finger in my ass. He reached my prostate and I started to buck off the table. He said to relax and was rubbing very slowly and I was trying to fuck his hand, but he said to let him be in control and enjoy it. I told him I was ready, pulled his finger out and put the vile under my dick and I came like I hadn't cum since a teen. He capped the vile and cleaned me up and started stroking me on my stomach and chest. Made an appointment for the next month, but was back with the young Dr. again.

 

[nicnic]

My family doc from birth to age 19 was awesome. Old guy, took his time, asked the right questions and calmed my fears when I was a teen unconfident with my changing body. Since he retired, I haven't found anybody to compare. I'd prefer an older doc unless I need a specialist.

 

[trailerguy]

I go to a clinic at a local hospital where I see residents. The one I see now is a second year resident and is very respectful and energetic. I had some bad experiences with middle age doctors in their private practice, always in a hurry and pissed off if you dared to question them. I had one complain about having to do a prostate exam, he told me that he hated it. It goes with the territory,
maybe he should have become a barber.

 

[CAT MAN ME]

I'm in my mid 50's and doctor, a female is in her forties. She is very through with exams. I take my time, slowly undressing when having to be totally naked for her examinations, If I have a boner, she treats it a sign, I'm in good health.

 

[Bobbie1952]

I have all female doctors from 30 something to 50 something. They are all very professional. I’ve had doctors who were flippant with me when I asked them questions before and I never went back to them. To many out there to put up with that.

 

[HOU_HEADHUNTER]

It really depends. I've had good experiences with both. I think young doctors come into the field of medicine with a sense of enthusiasm sometimes and are excited to really showcase what they've learned. Young doctors also benefit from learning about new medicines and new techniques. On the flip side, I've had older doctors that are great but have also had those that are just going through the motions of being a doctor and don't show any compassion.

 

[Serpentlike]

Younger doctors in my experience are much more egotistical and disengaged with the patient. I found a really good one who is 70.

 

[Dave NoCal]

Primary care is provided by both Family Practice trained docs and Internists. In my experience, internists are far more thorough. They are hard to find, though, at least around here.

 

[BBB2.5]

Like this thread... I have never had a doctor older than me. I like going to a doctor that is younger. It's my thought that younger Doctors are more in touch with today's problems and issues. Most importantly they know about all about today advances in medicine and treatments.

My Primary Doctor , who is also my HIV specialist is 5 yrs younger than me. He is very knowledgeable with the way Gay men interact with each other. I can discuss anything with him, and he understands what I am talking about... he is gay too.

My Urologist is in his late 30's. He is fantastic and straight. I can also discuss anything with him and he listens. What I love about him is he ask question, never afraid to learn. I've never had a doctor that was a compassionate as him. Extremely caring for Urological men's health. He know's his shit too. Heck he is the Director of Men's Health of 5 different medical clinic in his area.... OMG cute as hell too.

 

[circedbychoice]

I got a new Dr last year due to the one I had dying from a brain tumor . I knew the previous Dr of many years would be hard to replace. The new one, who is 33, seems very capable, but I have noticed that he is uncomfortable with nudity. He did my hernia exam while I wore a gown and reached up under to do the exam. No prostrate exam at all. Just seems odd for a dr. Otherwise, he is very capable and I like his volunteerism with the homeless.

I think I would find a Dr. who is not uncomfortable doing a prostrate exam. He might miss an enlarged prostrate or even worse cancer of the prostrate.

 

[Tony56]

The new one, who is 33, seems very capable, but I have noticed that he is uncomfortable with nudity. He did my hernia exam while I wore a gown and reached up under to do the exam. No prostrate exam at all. Just seems odd for a dr.

I have found that younger doctors seem uncomfortable with nudity, too.

 

[Tony56]

Because of what I said in the post above, I have a preference for older doctors.

The best, most thorough, and least concerned with modesty, doctors that I have had, have been retired military doctors. Had two of those over the years.

 

[gameshow]

While in college I developed a medical fetish. In reality it wasn't so much a medical fetish as it was an excuse to be naked (hopefully) in the presence of another man and since I had yet to come out and had not discovered massages I thought the only way anyone would see my dick would be to have a physical exam. So I paged through the yellow pages and searched for either GP or urologists to make an appointment. Back then a physical was only around $10 so it wasn't so bad. One doctor (since this topic is older/younger) was quite old. Pure white hair, very thin, etc. who decided that nude was best. He didn't have a nurse or receptionist and was all alone. There was no one else in the office but us and he told me not to worry that we were alone and no one would come in so being naked was not a problem. He did the usual Bp, heart check, weight, etc. and then told me to lie on the table. Very touchy all along my legs and chest and stomach. Told me to turn over and bend over and did the prostate exam which was my first. Well he spent quite a bit of time in there and I was starting to get hard. He couldn't see it, but said not to worry if I get an erection. Still, being this was a first for me I was becoming embarrassed. Turning me over he went right for my dick saying what a strong erection it was and pulled down my foreskin. He asked me if I have trouble with the skin and I said no. Then he asked if I masturbate. I looked shocked I guess and he said that there's no one around and I'm a doctor so you can confide in me cause we're both men. I said yes and he told me to show him. How did I hold my penis when I did it. I said I just hold it, but he took hold of it an said like this or this? Holding it in various ways. I showed him and he said that masturbating was very healthy, but not to overdo it. He asked how many times a day and did I cum a lot. All this talking was getting to me and even though I was not attracted to him I was still turned on. Then he said to get dressed. It was like I hit a wall. I don't know what else I expected. Maybe to actually jerk off in front of him, but that was it. One of the strangest exams, but from that I was hooked.

 

[Tony56]

Did you ever return to the doctor for round 2 ?

 

[familyman44]

i have a younger female dr who took her time with me the first time meeting me and was very much looking at all my problems and she did a physical and wasnt shy about checking my penis and balls she really checked it over around the head down the shaft moved it around and when i started to chub up smiled said i see your heathy that way that was 7 years ago and still see her .