In Canada, we have free health care but sometimes, it can be difficult to get a doctor depending on the area. I remember running around trying to get a family doctor and we had trouble getting one until we reached his office.
At first, his secretary refused to register us saying that they were no longer accepting new patients, but for some reason, the doctor came out of his office to tell her to accept us.
From then on, we became very good friends with the doctor, and he eventually became my sister’s Godfather and an amazing mentor to both of us. Here is some non-financial advice he gave us.
The good doctor taught us to embrace different cultures and diversity. For example, when introducing us to Canada, he took us to all types of cultural events.
I ended up picking up the habit and fortunately, my husband is a foodie too and part of the reason we love to travel is to be able to experience the real authentic local food.
The first time he took my sister and me out for lunch, he took us to a Portuguese restaurant. He recommended we get the Portuguese grilled chicken and a salad. It is so yummy.
3) Always eat your veggies; you never know who’s watching
A couple of times, I tried to get him to write me a doctor’s note so I can take time off to study for my exams, but he always refused. Typically, other doctors I knew would write the notes without a problem for $20 / note.