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Quality Time with Your OB/GYN
Make the Most of Your Doctor's Visits
- Have I communicated everything I need to?
- Did I tell my doctor everything I came here to say?
When your doctor comes back with a diagnosis, make sure he gives you answers that you understand. Record your doctor's comments in a notebook or on a tape recorder if you have trouble remembering them. Let your doctor repeat the information and clarify how she made the diagnosis. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
When your appointment is finished, reflect on your interaction with your doctor. Was it productive? Did your doctor ask you information that you could not provide details for? Were you clear and concise about your symptoms? Did the doctor answer all your questions? When you left the doctor's office, did you feel you understood what you were told?
Remember, a doctor's visit is like a business appointment. By treating it as such, you'll get the best possible health care at the lowest cost. You'll save you and your doctor time and money.
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