A Helpful Checklist For Your Next Doctors Visit
Visiting the Doctor can be stressful in many ways.
Usually when your are seeing a physician, you are not feeling well.
Not feeling well, waiting for your appointment, time, money and responsibilities easily distract us when we are discussing how we feel with our Doctor.
By following this simple checklist, you should be able to eliminate some of the distraction.
It is best to put together a medical record for yourself.
This record should include: Name /address/age Medical history/ diseases and conditions Medications (name and dose) Allergies Alert or warningexample ( bleeding precautions) Name and number to next of kin The above information could also be put on a wallet size card, in case of an emergency.
This information is critical for proper care in case of an accident or unseen health issue.
Another way to better healthcare is to be prepared.
Preparations should include key questions for your next Doctors appointment.
The key to good healthcare is to be proactive and take certain measures that will ensure a healthier future for you and your loved ones.
How many times have you left the Doctors Office and said "Oh! I forgot to ask him about this or that?" The next day you remember something else you forgot to ask.
It is very easy to get side-tracked, and many of us forget to ask any questions.
The time you have during an office visit with a doctor is brief and it goes by quickly.
Being well-prepared for your appointment ensures better healthcare.
Listed below are some additional suggestions for making the best use of yours and your Doctors time during an office visit.
Here are a few key pointers to make sure you have in place before your next appointment.
Here is a brief checklist:
They will spend time to answer your questions if you are specific and prepared.
Take advantage of your time! Remember also to get a second opinion.
Mistakes do happen, remember we are dealing with human beings not robots.
Once there is a diagnosis there are other questions you must be prepared to ask;
Take charge of your health!
Usually when your are seeing a physician, you are not feeling well.
Not feeling well, waiting for your appointment, time, money and responsibilities easily distract us when we are discussing how we feel with our Doctor.
By following this simple checklist, you should be able to eliminate some of the distraction.
It is best to put together a medical record for yourself.
This record should include: Name /address/age Medical history/ diseases and conditions Medications (name and dose) Allergies Alert or warningexample ( bleeding precautions) Name and number to next of kin The above information could also be put on a wallet size card, in case of an emergency.
This information is critical for proper care in case of an accident or unseen health issue.
Another way to better healthcare is to be prepared.
Preparations should include key questions for your next Doctors appointment.
The key to good healthcare is to be proactive and take certain measures that will ensure a healthier future for you and your loved ones.
How many times have you left the Doctors Office and said "Oh! I forgot to ask him about this or that?" The next day you remember something else you forgot to ask.
It is very easy to get side-tracked, and many of us forget to ask any questions.
The time you have during an office visit with a doctor is brief and it goes by quickly.
Being well-prepared for your appointment ensures better healthcare.
Listed below are some additional suggestions for making the best use of yours and your Doctors time during an office visit.
Here are a few key pointers to make sure you have in place before your next appointment.
Here is a brief checklist:
- Learn as much as you can about your symptoms/ online
- Write down any question you may have while doing your research
- Have your basic labs drawn before your appointment
- Bring your new results to the office
- Identify /describe current symptoms
- Bring a list of current medication/dosages including herbal supplement
- Know your family history
- Be prepared to ask questions and write down his answers
- Remember to ask about side- effects or possible cross reactions for any new medications.
They will spend time to answer your questions if you are specific and prepared.
Take advantage of your time! Remember also to get a second opinion.
Mistakes do happen, remember we are dealing with human beings not robots.
Once there is a diagnosis there are other questions you must be prepared to ask;
- Did something cause my condition?
- Is there a treatment available? Do I have any options?
- Can I make any lifestyle changes that may helpmy outcome?
- What are the benefits, risks and side effects of this treatment?
- When will the treatment start?How long will it last?
Take charge of your health!
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