heart. i have waited a long time for an appointment. it's tough for your doctor as well. they realize your anxiety about having to wait to see a physician. on the other hand there are so many hours in a day you get to see a patient. >> the average has to wait 21 days to get in with the doctor once you make the appointment. >> especially primary care and sometimes with a specialist it can be longer. west side docdoc.com. it's a great way to get an appointment on-line. >> i went on-line i saw this web site. you can go to the city you are in. you can choose the specialty you are interested in. s they rate them and give you the appointment times. you have to wait a few days for some doctors and sometimes you get the appointment right away. >> the doctor has to subscribe to the web site.