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Waiting Rooms

3/10/2016

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​Did you ever notice the difference in doctors’ waiting rooms? Some are adequate with straight backed chairs and a decent supply of reading material, some are stark and cold with old, uninteresting magazines thrown haphazardly on an end table. Then there are those that invite you in and encourage relaxation, like the waiting room of my dermatologist.
 
When you open the door you might hear soft music playing. You are greeted by a smiling receptionist who takes your information and asks you to make yourself comfortable. The doctor will be with you shortly. The wainscoted walls are wallpapered in a soft paisley print; the plush carpet complements it well. Just the right number of framed wall paintings have been hung with care. They are of landscapes or deserted beaches with soft hues that are easy on the eyes. Two tastefully upholstered wing back chairs line one short wall. Between them is a basket of reading material. Another basket holds some toys for children (or maybe grown-ups). Benches and other chairs of varying types and sizes round out the rest of the seating, placed strategically throughout the room. When you are called in by the nurse, you almost hate to leave.
 
In most doctor’s offices there is almost always waiting time, sometimes a lot. So why not be comfortable? 

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elsie
3/10/2016 08:58:25 am

Perhaps some doctors have wives who always wanted to be interior designers, so they create the waiting rooms for their husband. I know this is true of my dentist. I do enjoy a comfortable chair and current reading material while I wait for my appointment. Of course, I usually bring my own reading material, but I can be lured by a magazine I don't subscribe to laying on the table.

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lynne dorfman link
3/10/2016 09:00:10 am

So true about waiting rooms. A great topic to explore, Rosie. Not sure that I would go there. It's not for me. It is so hard to wait, but even harder if you are anxious. I have trouble with waiting. Music, soft colors, current reading material could be helpful. But...I am not convinced.

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Deborah Vichos link
3/10/2016 11:07:30 am

Great description. I really felt like I was in the waiting room with you and appreciating it's immaculate design and comfort. There's great imagery and alliteration in the line: "The wainscoted walls are wallpapered in a soft paisley print; the plush carpet complements it well."

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Clare link
3/10/2016 11:17:51 am

Rose - I was actually in two Dr. offices this week (catching up on appointments) and I could not agree more. One only had magazines that were over a year old and it was freezing! Now my husband - who is a pediatrician HATES toys in a waiting room --germs. My kids were never allowed to play with the toys or the books. Different point of view I guess.
Clare

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Shelly
3/10/2016 02:42:16 pm

Very true about waiting rooms. I had my share of visiting many different waiting rooms. Great description, Rose!

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Tara link
3/10/2016 04:29:22 pm

Soft music, or quiet. That's my idea of perfect waiting rooms. These days, they all seem to have two big screen TVs bringing us all the world's nonsense, nonstop. Sigh.

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