Yes I agree that this is wrong to do. But, I can also see the Dr's side of this. Imagine that you need to be seen right away because you are feeling very down and need to have a med adjustment. But there are no appointments available that day. As it turns out, one of those people who miss their appointments happen to not show up that day. That was a time slot you could have used but it was filled by some idiot who doesn't care about others. Yes, I agree there are special circumstances and they should be considered. but I think a lot has to do with people who will go off their meds during the year and feel they are ok and don't bother to cancel "just in case". I hate to see people like that but they are out there.