Editing Germany (section)

=== Doctors ===
Finding a doctor in Germany can be an intimidating process because
of the language difference, but it should not be. You can refer to the
yellow pages (Gelbe Seiten: www.gelbeseiten.de) or a local tele-
phone book (www.dasoertliche.de) in which doctors are listed by their
specialization. For a general physician look under "Allgemein-
medizin", or, simply ask a colleague or friend; the best references
are often by word of mouth. Other good sources of medical care are
university clinics, which can usually be found in major cities or univer-
sity towns. These clinics are staffed by highly skilled doctors who
often speak English.
Making an appointment
When making a doctor's appointment by telephone or in person, the
person you will speak to is the Arzthelferin or doctors assistant. She
may not speak English, but do not worry, you will not be asked many
questions, you simply need to set up a day and a time for an ap-
pointment.