Doctor Tips 1 - Before you go to the doctor, make a list of what you would like to discuss. The doctor is usually on a tight schedule and the more organized you are, the more time you'll have with him/her.

Doctor Tips 2 - It is not recommended to talk to your child in advance about going to the doctor. It produces anxiety and fear. Be honest with what will happen but don't focus in on the not-so-desirable things like shots or getting undressed.

Doctor Tips 3 - Before going to visit the doctor, be sure you have a typed page of your entire health history. It can save you a lot of time and frustration in trying to remember everything.

Doctor Tips 4 - Ask a lot of questions and be inquisitive. Doctors use a lot of technical jargon. Ask them kindly to explain what they mean and to give examples. Ask them for additional literature if necessary. They usually have many brochures in their office that will help explain more about the condition discussed.

Doctor Tips 5 - Go over with your child what he or she might expect in the doctors office. Things like looking in their ears or gently putting a small wooden stick in their mouth. This will help prepare the child. It takes away some of the unknown and hence takes away some of the fear.

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Doctor Tips 6 - Don't be afraid to ask what the treatment will cost. Be sure you have an understanding of what insurance will cover and what it won't.

Doctor Tips 7 - If you feel uncomfortable with a particular doctor, do not hesitate to get dressed and leave. You owe them no explanation. Ultimately you have your own best interests to look out for. Trust your intuition!

Doctor Tips 8 - Be sure to take a shower and wash thoroughly before visiting your doctor. This may seem obvious but you'd be surprised how many patients I've seen that don't. - Dr. Tensthall

Doctor Tips 9 - Keep a list of your prescriptions handy at all times! It can be as simple as a sheet of paper with columns that show. NAME OF MEDICINE...CONDITION USED FOR... DOSAGE... PRESCRIBING DOCTOR ex: Lasix Hypertension 40 mg 2x/day Dr. Smith

Doctor Tips 10 - Its been said many times but GET A SECOND OPINION! For bigger decisions and more complicated or involved diagnosis such as the need for surgery, it is always a good idea to get a second opinion from another doctor. This may just save you a lot of money and/or unnecessary anguish.

Doctor Tips 11 - In addition to prescription medications you are taking, be sure to let your doctor know if you take any daily supplements such as a multi-vitamin. These can sometimes effect how your medication works.

Doctor Tips 12 - Don’t forget to follow up with your doctor. Let them know if you have a question you thought of on your way home, or if you are having a reaction to the medication you are taking. If you don’t reach them, leave a message to have them call you back.

Doctor Tips 13 - Ask your doctor about the medication they are prescribing you. Ask them if they know how much it costs. Ask them if there is a generic form of it. Let them know if it is out of your price range so that they can prescribe something that is either cheaper – but still effective – or that your insurance will cover.

Doctor Tips 14 - Ask your doctor about clinical trials. There are some perks to being a part of a trial, in that you may get paid to go see the doctor, or you will get your medications for free. Plus the added bonus of knowing that by your being in the trial you are helping medical science learn more so they can help more people.

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