Saying thank you is the best way to acknowledge someone’s efforts and services, and to express what you feel about it. The contributions and efforts of doctors are easily forgotten, and many times taken for granted. For those who care to appreciate their work, here are a few sample thank notes addressed to doctors.
Doctor’s Day
The first time ‘Doctor’s Day’ was observed was on March 30, 1933 in Windsor, Georgia, in the United States. This day is celebrated to recognize the contribution of doctors to society.
Saying thank you is a simple act of expressing your gratitude towards someone. It takes little effort to make someone’s day by saying these magic words. Doctors are an important part of our society. Writing a thank you note is a nice gesture to acknowledge their services. It seems, in today’s fast-paced life, we have forgotten to thank people for the efforts they take to make our life better. Although one pays for the services received from a doctor, the life-saving deeds of doctors cannot be measured in terms of money. Gratitude towards them can be shown through small acts like thanking them. Even a small thank you note received from a patient would make the doctor feel nice. It would give him/her the satisfaction that his/her work is being acknowledged and appreciated.
Here are few samples of thank you notes addressed to a doctor. Refer to them to get ideas before writing one yourself.
To,
[ Name of Doctor ]
I am writing to thank you for your excellent work. It is hard for me to get over my illness. Your treatment coupled with the caring attitude of the hospital staff has helped me attain fast recovery. You have always been kind and offered me the moral support when I was down with health problems. It is not just the treatment, but the care and empathy shown by doctors like you which makes the world a better place to live in.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
To,
The Doctors and Staff at [ Name of Hospital ]
I offer my heartfelt thanks for the treatment and care my father [ Father’s Name ] received under your careful supervision. He had a speedy recovery, the credit for which goes to you. I am pleased to inform you that my father is doing well. My family and I are grateful to you and the hospital staff for all that you have done for us.
Sincerely,
[ Your Name ]
To,
[Name of Doctor]
I am writing to express my gratitude for the treatment I received at your hands last month. It is a great feeling to know that you have someone to rely on in times of bad health. I sincerely thank you for making me feel at home, when I felt uncomfortable in the hospital environment. I believe that you are one of the best doctors in the world. God bless you!
Sincerely,
[ Your Name]
To,
[Name of Doctor]
I don’t have words to express my appreciation for your services. Being our family doctor, you have always been of great support to all the members of our family. I was really worried when my daughter caught pneumonia. It is in your careful monitoring and treatment that we found relief. Your hospital staff has been attentive and supportive. Thank you once again for your services.
Sincerely,
[ Your Name]
To,
[ Name of Doctor ]
I still remember the day when I was admitted to your hospital for a surgery. It was one of the toughest times in my life. The personal attention and kindness shown by you and your staff helped me overcome my fears about surgery. I have never felt as comfortable going to a hospital in my life before. The counseling I received from you before undergoing the surgery was crucial in my speedy recovery. Thanks a lot!
Sincerely,
[ Your Name]
Doctors, just like any other professional, work hard to perform their duties. In fact, their work is a life-saver, and therefore, invaluable for people in society. It is not everyday that we write a thank you note to a doctor. However, when we do, it gives him/her a feeling of satisfaction. Small acts of gratitude like this spread happiness in the world around us.
