Talking with your Doctor

• Be sure to tell your doctors about your health history
• Tell your doctor about your current health complaints/problems
• Give information; don’t wait to be asked.
• Bring a list of all medicines you take, including dosages
• Ask questions you have doubts or concerns.
• Take notes or ask the doctor to write it down for you. 
• Don’t feel rushed.  If you need more time to discuss something, tell the doctor or nurse. 
• If you forget to mention something or have a question after the visit, call the doctor’s office.
• If your symptoms get worse or you have problems with a new medicine, call your doctor’s office. 
• If your doctor recommends surgery, ask your doctor or surgeon:
  • What will you be doing?
  • About how long will it take?
  • What will happen after surgery?
  • How can I expect to feel during recovery?