Be Prepared Prior to Doctor's Appointment

Judy
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July 29, 20170 found this helpful

This is a good idea. I also write down what the doctor tells me, so I won't forget later. If you are accompanying someone else, especially if they are ill, writing down what the doctor says is essential.

heyitsthao

August 2, 20170 found this helpful

That is a great pointer, writing down what the doctor says. I know when I go with my father he may be forgetful, so I always jot down quick notes to refresh his memory when we get home. Or, I've seen some record if the doctor allows it.

 

Jackie H.
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September 13, 20200 found this helpful

This was a great idea to post. Not one I would think of. Sometimes we take things for granted. But, we all are getting *just a bit older* :) And reminders are great. I have many health problems and many prescriptions. I always keep a list of meds that need refills and the dose and description of how many I take and the frequency.

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I hand it to the nurse when she does my vitals. It saves so much time. And like said before, a list of questions you have for your doctor. This is so important. I know that my mind would go blank, and I would remember something on the way home. And these days, it is not easy getting your doctor on the phone!

 

sandy
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July 31, 20170 found this helpful

Great ideas. I also encourage getting to your appointment on time if not a few minutes early. Yes doctors are often late but when the appointments before you were no shows the staff are often in a quandary of how to keep doc on schedule. You could get there and be out before your actual appointment time.

I also encourage not to yell at staff when the Dr is late. They are dealing with the sick injured or elderly all of whom take time. The doctor will give you the same courtesy they gave the previous patient and you won't get a bad name with the staff.

I also encourage you to do what the nurse or other staff asjksyou to do the first time. The staff aren't there to hear the 100s of jokes about you not getting on the scale. If you don't want the weight just say NO.
YEs I work at a doctors office. Oh and pay your copay!

heyitsthao

August 2, 20170 found this helpful

Most definitely one should arrive on time. Many should factor in doctors are important and sometimes running late, although it is a frustrating matter we have to accept it.

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Oh yes yes yes! How did I forget about the insurance card handy. Some people fidget with their wallets looking for their identification card and insurance card which then holds the line up.