
Communicating with the Doctor
- Find out if the doctor has a preferred communication method—email, phone, or fax
- Call the doctor's office in advance of the appointment and share your concerns
- Write down your concerns in a bullet-style list and fax or email the list to the office prior to the appointment
- Bring the list of your concerns with you so you don't forget to ask about each one
- Research the care recipient's diagnosis and medications so you can ask specific questions
- Keep a journal of day-to-day issues so you can give specific examples
- Ask a trusted friend or neighbor to accompany your care recipient to the doctor if you are unable to
- Hire a care provider to accompany your care recipient to the doctor
- Take notes during the appointment
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