- call your doctor's office, testing center prior to appointment to be sure all is on time as scheduled
- reschedule appointments that are over an hour late especially if it jeopardizes your health conditions (e.g. persons with diabetes, hypertension, arthritis)
- read often on your health condition
- use email, fax, postal mail if unable to reach your doctor by phone
- get copies of your medical records and reports from all doctors you see
- contact your doctors for your test results, specialists reports if you fail to get contacted within 1 week
- tell your doctor what other doctors have told you as these reports often arrive after your visit, if at all
"Patient Handbook to Medical Care: Your Personal Health Guide" by J. L. Richardson, MD. Timeless health information that tells you what your doctor should be asking you, telling you, and doing for you! Thank you for keeping good health and reading this blog for fourteen years.
lunes, 6 de octubre de 2014
Family Health: Continuity of Your Care
Your family's health is of utmost importance. Continuity of care is disrupted all to often due to lack of communication and follow-up. Make sure your family members have accurate information for each person, These suggestions will help you continue your health care communication continuous with less stress: