Submitted by Dr. Robert F. Lane on
There are some things you need to know about doctors and their offices that will enable you to help them help you. Get to know key nurses and receptionist by their first names and ask for them by name whenever possible. It is huge. Write them down or have your teammate do it on the first visit and learn them. It establishes a connection which can make a difference when you call for assistance. Every office is swamped with complex people with complex problems. If you make that simple connection they will subliminally pay more attention to you and remember more about your problems which can make a big difference when you call for help.
If you have a need, the earlier in the day and in the week that you call, the more resources and flexibility they will have to...
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When listening to a physician answer your questions, don't rely on your memory. Have a family member or friend along to take notes, or take a tape recorder, or both.
For more on how to help your Doc help you go to CANCER'S BELL LAP - there is simply too much to cover here
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