People book doctor’s appointments to save time and avoid sitting for a long time in crowded rooms. But even with appointments, the patients are left waiting – all because the doctor doesn’t arrive on time. A recent Reddit post brought this very dilemma into light when a receptionist shared their struggle of handling angry patients while the doctor was constantly running late.

In the post, the receptionist turned to Reddit users for advice on what to say when patients expressed frustration.

Receptionist Seeks Advice Online

The Reddit user explained that they work for a doctor who is “almost always late," and that patients often question the point of booking an appointment if they still have to wait long. The post read, “I’m a receptionist for a doctor who is almost always late. What do I

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