“Will I be able to play the piano after the operation?” “Yes.” “Great, I’ve always wanted to learn!” Part of the 55 Doctor Jokes: The… Read More »1996 Archive: The Surgery

“You have the heart of a lion,” the doctor said. “And a very angry zookeeper waiting in the lobby.” Part of the 55 Doctor Jokes:… Read More »1996 Vintage: The Heart

As I left, the doctor said, “See you in two weeks.” I said, “Not if I see you first!” He said, “That’s exactly what the… Read More »1996 Legacy: The Departure

I went in for a splinter. By the time I finished the 1996 insurance overhaul forms, the splinter had worked its way out, turned into… Read More »1996 Archive: The Paperwork

He told me I’m in great shape for a man who’s been dead for three days. Part of the 55 Doctor Jokes: The 1996 “Managed… Read More »1996 Legacy: The Physical

I called for an appointment in January. They told me the doctor could see me in August. I asked, “Can you make it the afternoon?… Read More »1996 Legacy: The Appointment

“I have good news and bad news,” the doctor said. “The good news is you have a very rare disease.” “What’s the bad news?” “I’m… Read More »1996 Legacy: The Lab Results

I asked to see my X-ray. He said, “I’d show you, but the lightbulb in the viewer isn’t covered by your plan.” Part of the… Read More »1996 Classic: The X-Ray

The nurse was so mean, she told me to “stop bleeding, it’s making a mess.” Part of the 55 Doctor Jokes: The 1996 “Managed Care… Read More »1996 Vintage: The Nurse

I asked for a gown that actually covers my back. The nurse laughed and said, “In 1996, privacy is an out-of-network luxury.” Part of the… Read More »1996 Legacy: The Hospital Gown