What to bring to your appointment?
Medical HistoryBe sure to bring your medical history information to your first appointment. This may be records from your previous surgeries or anything you think your doctor might want. If this is not your first visit then be sure to let your doctor know if anything has changed in your medical history since your last appointment. Questions You May HaveIt never fails that as soon as you are alone in the consult room, you remember all of the questions you had before your appointment. Keep a piece of paper handy and write the questions down as you think of them between appointments. This helps you remember the questions and gives you a place to write some answers as well. List of MedicationsNo matter what you are taking medications for, be sure to bring an updated list to your appointment. This should also include any medications prescribed by someone other than your doctor. Your Partner or a FriendBringing another set of eyes and ears particularly to key appointment can be a big help. They can remember things you may have forgotten to write down. An Open MindRemember your doctor has a lot of knowledge on the subject that is why you made the appointment to see them. If you have questions or want things done a certain way, be sure to discuss these with an open mind. |
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