What makes a doctor the best fit?
There is no single physician who is the best match for every person. Search rankings and star ratings cannot tell you everything about medical care. The useful question is whether a physician’s qualifications, care setting and approach fit your needs.
Check credentials at the source
Confirm the physician’s identity and current Florida license through the Florida Department of Health practitioner search. If board certification is important to your decision, verify it through the relevant certifying board. Do not assume certification based on a directory listing.
Consider communication and continuity
Ask how questions, follow-up and results are handled. During a visit, consider whether you can explain your concerns and understand the next steps. Different people value different communication styles.
Compare the practical fit
- Location, transportation and accessibility
- Appointment arrangements and office hours
- Your exact insurance network or payment arrangements
- Language and communication needs
- How the practice coordinates with other clinicians
Looking for Amy Garcia?
Explore Amy’s background, learn about internal medicine in Miami and use the first-visit checklist to organize your questions. Amy Garcia is a medical student and is not accepting appointments. For care now, contact a licensed physician’s office.