By organizing all your signs and symptoms, the computer lessens the physician's workload for each patient. This makes more time available for patient/physician interaction

Definitely, because you will have the opportunity to tell your physician about all your symptoms. You will be able to take your time in answering, ensuring that you do not forget any important information. When you have finished, your physician will have all the information he or she needs to diagnose your problem.

Sometimes it is easier to interact with an impersonal machine that ensures your personal privacy. Also, the computer will proceed at your pace. There will be no sense of urgency or fear of wasting time.

Absolutely. Information you provide is stored in a secure data base where it can not be read by unauthorized persons.

Yes, it is, because you will understand your symptoms and the diagnosis better as a result of answering the questionnaire.

Yes, they do as this assures consistency of patient care and management. However, you are free to add other information during your consultation with your physician.

Because your physician will not have to spend time asking these detailed questions and taking notes, you will have more quality time with your physician.

If you want a copy for your records or to read over later, ask your physician or his nurse to make a copy for you.