This is why I hate going to the doctor in Manhattan. The doctors are either: (a) decidedly mediocre / horrible because most good ones are going to be rational

This is why I hate going to the doctor in Manhattan. The doctors are either: (a) decidedly mediocre / horrible because most good ones are going to be rational and leave to another part of the country where they aren't below middle class and subject to a malpractice lawsuit around every corner, or (b) have money on their minds at all times (like anyone in NYC really) and will always recommend the (profitable) procedure or (c) very good but cash only, serving the wealthy in boutique specialty or concierge practices It's a major quality of life issue here. Note I'm referring to private practice, I don't have experience with hospitals.