Many patients who have it never consult a doctor, out of fear that they will be labeled mentally ill.

And they point out that in all states patients who see psychologists for psychotherapy must also consult physicians to get the appropriate prescriptions.

There is no suggestion that the patient should consult a physician.

In the Netherlands, patients cannot consult a hospital specialist without a required referral.

Before wasting money on products that may be less than useful, patients should consult an eye doctor who specializes in low vision.

A patient I had seen in 1994 just consulted me again this week.

All patients with suspected food intolerance should consult a physician first to eliminate other possible causes.

The ads encourage patients to consult their doctors about undiagnosed medical problems, the drug companies said.

And their authorization is often required before a patient consults a specialist.

Additional digestive problems may require that patients consult their physician in order to find a possible suitable alternative.