Abstract: In a patient attitude survey, nearly 1/4 of respondents said their doctor visits are sometimes handled by a non-physician (a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife), and nearly 9 out of 10 of those said they are very or somewhat satisfied with the care they receive. Patients praised extenders for contributing to quicker appointments and for being good listeners. Some also praised extenders for lowering the cost of a routine visit. Though many patients expressed similar confidence in extenders’ skills and judgment, a few had worries.