More patients thoroughly research their conditions online . Dr. Kevin Pho says they expect doctors who can respond to their concerns using new tools . In a TIME opinion piece , orthopedic surgeon Scott Haig called a patient who Googled her own health information a `` brainsucker . '' The American Medical Association is also working on a way for physicians and hospitals to better communicate with patients. Pho : Doctors need incentives to encourage them to engage with e-patients .
More patients thoroughly research their conditions online . Dr. Kevin Pho says they expect doctors who can respond to their concerns using new tools . The American Medical Association is also working on a way for physicians and hospitals to better communicate with patients. Pho : Doctors need incentives to encourage them to engage with e-patients .