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How long should you wait for a doctor to return your call?

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typically if you do: Not get a call back within 12-24 hours, call them back, likely they forgot. However, if it is something that you believe needs more immediate attention/solution, then you may consider visiting your local emergency room.

Answered 10/25/2013

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