Do you prefer male or female REAL doctors

At first glance I would answer it doesn't matter what the doctor's gender is, , but I have to admit that I feel more confortable with females doctors, in particular if I have to undergo embarassing procedures or exams. I find that female doctors are more understanding and a lot more gentle than their male colleagues in the examination of the patient.

My gf has always gone to a male. In the beginning, we tried to go to a female because I hated the idea of a man seeing and touching her, even in the medical setting. By necessity we ended up having a man do it (my friend's dad). I was so nervous about it in the beginning but ended up loved seeing it, and now I a male doctor. My gf doesn't really care either way, and she would prefer to continue going to him than switching to someone else now.

I prefer a male doctor. It just seems more normal to open my legs to a man than to a woman.

I’ve had exams by both males and females. Personally, I prefer male physicians. I’ve had both and notice that men are much more gentle than women. I had twins via emergency c-section 16 months ago. My OB was not available and the OB on call was a female. The nurses were having trouble finding a vein for an IV and the OB needed to do an internal exam to check my cervix. Without waiting, she basically stabbed me with her fingers as the nurses stabbed me with a needle. She found that I wasn’t dilated and then commented “oops, I probably should have waited.” And she left the room. Ya think???

I prefer male, I am female and I have had a bad experience with a female pediatrician who threatened to undress me if I didn’t undress myself for the exam.

Catalina, how old were you when your pediatrician threatened to undress you? Did you eventually undress?

I like a female Dr. because then she can identify easier with me.

Some friends of mine go to male physicians because, they say, females tend to be more judgmental. It was difficult to inquire in detail what the female doctors said or did that was unpleasant, but the general idea was that, according to these friends, they tend to say things like “this is not painful” ("I know I'm a woman too"), “don't be so delicate” and to make judgmental comments on weight and sex life.

I think it's really down to an individual's choice and past experiences . I have friends that prefer same sex providers as they are more comfortable and feel that they can identify as they are of the same sex. Others prefer a member of the other sex , as they feel more comfortable.

Personally I prefer to have the best qualified individual regardless of sex .

All my doctors are female and no exceptions and no male nurses, when i get my colonoscopies i won't allow any male in the room for any reason, except for my Dentist, i love him.

Yes this thread has been repeated before and for a good reason. It usually does make a difference what gender the doctor is. Primarily if you are referring to Ob/Gyn doctors, because of course the patient is female. Her orientation straight or BI, in it's self, has an attraction factor. I have only had Gyn related exams by male doctors. Truth is I guess I feel a little naughty going to a male gyne. Because I do feel the exam is kind of sexual. Several of the males i have known felt some amount of maybe jealousy by my being examined by males at some point in our relationship. Being Bi it should not make any difference to me. But it kind of does. I prefer Male doctors between my legs when I am in those stirrups.

For gynec there's no question about preference. I would like to see a female Dr only. I don't want to expose intimate area to a male dr.(both breasts and pelvic region)

I am not so comfortable seeing any male doctor anyway but that's just me.

Women here go to male doctor for issues other than gynec. So, yes doctors see female patients here too and it's common but not for gynec issues. Not just me, ladies in India generally don't prefer to see a male gynec. Ladies feel comfortable generally only with female for gynec issues.

I would seen by ether one just depends on how is availabl.

It doesn’t matter for me, I have both and as long as they are good Doctors im alright with both

Two questions: Are they a good doctor? Am I treated with care as a person or as an electronic file?

Male or female is not a big a deal to me. Quality is. Chemistry is. Would I consider this doctor as my friend?

I've had mostly positive experiences with all doctors, and I think part of that is because I try as best I can to be a good patient. Something we don't think about much, but the doctor-patient relationship goes both ways.

Admittedly, there was one surgeon who performed reconstruction of my jaw and part of my face after I was critically injured in an accident in my early 20s. I didn't like him as a person – one of those doctors on a pedestal with attitude. But as a surgeon, he put me back together when I thought I would be disfigured for life. And for his skill, I am eternally grateful!

I like a female Dr. because then she can identify easier with me.

This is precisely the problem mentioned by many patients.

Female gynecologists seem to be less attentive to how their patients feel because they claim to know what it is because they are going through the same thing.

Practitioners would be less gentle in their approach to the examination of private parts than male doctors because they believe they know what their patient is feeling.

It is true that a woman gynecologist must have the habit of being examined but it is not known if the majority does not choose a man to perform their regular visit. Of course the important thing is that the doctor is efficient but it is also essential that the gestures are carried out gently.

It shouldn't matter but.. do you prefer male or female doctors for your gyno examinations?

This is the question of this topic. The posts about general male or female doctor choices have been removed. Please try to stay on topic and discuss gynaecological preferences. That means males should not be giving their preferences as they do not usually have gyno exams.

Both male and female drs are fine as long as they are gentle and nice ones!

Only female…as long as I can choose, I will always select the female option. Anyway, I do feel exposed, but it feels strange to me to be exposed to male doctors.

Doesnt worry me as long as they know what they are doing then im fine.

I have lived in a small town. We don't have a lot of choices. We have only two gynecologists: a male and a female. I prefer a male because he is more attentive and examines carefully and painlessly. Yes, it may not be very pleasant to lie in front of a man with my legs spread. But I don't want to visit our female gynecologist. She speaks rudely, allows herself unnecessary comments, and examines painfully.

The gender of my providers is a secondary or even tertiary consideration, after their competence and personality/bedside manner. I've had great and not-so-great experiences with providers of both genders. While I do have a slight preference for male providers, because I've found that males tend, ironically, to be more sensitive to the concerns of female patients, at the end of the day, it doesn't really matter to me. What does matter is that they are knowledgeable, technically proficient, caring, and willing to be a part of my health care team rather than needing to be in charge. The so-called “God complex” that some providers have is a major red flag for me.

My current Gyn is male. Our internist is female. The urologist that my SO and both see is a female. My endocrinologist is male. Our osteopathic doc is female. So it really isn't a big deal to me either way.

As a young adult, heck even into adulthood it mattered to me. Just felt more comfortable with a woman and the first man I saw for a pelvic exam, while I was in college, was a bit rough. Fast forward to being in my 30's and after having a child I really don't care anymore as long as the quality of care is good.

I finally have what I've always wanted, a female doctor. I've been going to her for about 7 years now. Two days ago she finally gave me a naked physical for the first time but she still seems to be a little shy about having me naked while I feel quite comfortable with her.

In the past I've had male doctors and it was me who felt a bit uncomfortable especially when they touched me.

So now I have to work on making her feel more comfortable.

I have been seen by both and they were equally as good.

My GP is a Female Doctor. Some of my Specialists are Male, most are Female which is my preference.

To me it didn't really matter if it was a female or male cuz when I went it was always a rectal temperature and all the other stuff that they did

I had a female doctor about 2 years ago and then I was switched to a male doctor recently. I prefer a female doctor so I'm gonna be switching doctors for my next physical next year

Apparently my doctors office thought I was better suited with a male doctor since I do ask alot of male related questions but I was just fine asking the female doc those questions

As a adult I have had 5 primary care physicians over the years, 4 male 1 female. I've never really had a preference but the one I feel was the best (by far) was the female doctor. She was extremely thorough and made it very comfortable to discuss any issue with her. Was very disappointed when she moved to another office.