Journal of Eye & Cataract Surgery Open Access

Abstract

Yesterday and Today

Spencer P. Thornton

A generation ago doctors were considered gods in white
coats. Their word was accepted as law regarding how to treat
disease and what a reasonable fee should be in a competitive
market. Today, most medical decisions are made under
government control by bureaucrats. Fees, covered procedures,
medications approved, language allowed to describe medical
conditions and treatments, are all are subject to governmental
approval.