First, you may want to know tips to select your doctor with the aid of credible research.  With this information, you may begin to set your agenda for care by asking yourself to identify your goals for managing illness with quality care.

To simplify communication with your  doctor and possibly enhance the outcome of your meeting, consider the following.

• Bring a list of all medical conditions and treatments you have (had) and family members have (had), including: a list of medications, over-the-counter drugs and natural remedies you are taking.

• If you are not feeling your best, bring a family member, caregiver or friend for a second set of eyes and ears. This may be helpful to absorb more information that your doctor provides. It is statistically proven that people may forget critical details about medical conditions and procedures.

• Print out the Top W’s to Ask your Doctor or Create Your Own List of Questions and ask these questions at your appointment.

Your Documents

If lab tests and other diagnostic tests are performed, you’ll want copies of the results. If  you do not hear back from the practice after tests in an expected time frame, contact the office.

If you receive a prescription medication or are having an implantable device placed during surgery, you’ll want to review the benefits and risks associated with the medication or implant on the manufacturer’s website. If the website suggests ongoing monitoring  to identify the development of a risk turned reality, go for the blood tests as directed on the manufacturer’s website in a timely fashion. Tell your physician when necessary.

If you are having a medical procedure, you’ll likely be required to sign a number of documents that demonstrate you and your doctor have had an oral discussion and an oral agreement about your healthcare which is confirmed in the documents. This document reviews the risks associated with your proposed procedure. Request a copy for your at-home review and records.

If you are having a procedure that is described as non invasive (non surgical), or surgical including minimally invasive, less invasive or invasive,  two or more practice visits may enhance your understanding of surgical treatments to set reasonable expectations for the outcome of your care, if possible.

Obtain a copy of your medical records and store in a safe place. 

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It is important to recognize that medications and medical procedures are associated with benefits and risks that should be discussed with your physician. It is important to recognize that all information contained on this website cannot be considered to be specific medical diagnosis, medical treatment, or medical advice. As always, you should consult with a physician regarding any medical condition.Your Health Access disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.