To be your own best medicine, always follow these simple to-dos.
BEFORE APPOINTMENTS:
✓ BRING A MEDICATION LIST. Bring a complete and accurate list to share.
✓ BRING TEST RESULTS. Gather and bring all recent test results to share.
DURING YOUR APPOINTMENTS:
✓ WRITE A WARNING LIST: Ask about warning signs. Write them down.
✓ WRITE NEXT STEPS LIST: Ask about recommended next steps. Write them down.
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENTS:
✓ ACT ON NEXT STEP LIST. Schedule appointments and tests. Fill prescriptions.
✓ WATCH FOR WARNING SIGNS. Alert doctor if you notice warning signs.
To view a brief video explaining these to-dos, click here.