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MDLinxWhat to Do When Patients Drop Your ‘Doctor’ Title

In an analysis of electronic messages from patients, women physicians, DOs, and PCPs are twice as likely as other physicians to be referred to by their first name instead of as “doctor.” Is it acceptable? Is it good for the relationship? What are the best responses for institutions and individual practitioners?