concept   medicine
culture   Western countries
statement   In Western countries, medicine involves licensed professionals, high costs, and typically requires insurance or out-of-pocket payment.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 doctor Western countries Doctors are highly respected and well-compensated professionals in the medical field, often seen as pillars of the community. 1
2 doctor office Western countries Doctor offices typically have a waiting area with comfortable chairs and magazines for patients to read while waiting for their appointment. 1
3 medical Western countries Doctors and nurses wear white coats for professionalism and hygiene. 1
4 medical Western countries Medical care often involves high costs and is typically provided by specialized doctors and hospitals. 1
5 medical Western countries Medical care is often sought from specialized doctors and hospitals, and is usually paid for by insurance or out-of-pocket. 1
6 medical Western countries Health insurance is often tied to employment, and medical treatment can be very expensive without insurance. 1
7 medicine Western countries Medicine is typically practiced by licensed professionals with formal training 1
8 physician Western countries Physicians typically require extensive formal education and training, such as medical school and residency programs, and are considered highly respected professionals in the healthcare system. 1