Getting ready for a doctor's visit

Did you ever leave a doctor’s office and realize that you had forgotten to ask him a question or mention some important information? It can happen to anyone.

Your doctor is probably under a lot of pressure to see more and more patients. To do this he limits his time with you. To get the most benefit from a visit with your doctor, you need to be prepared. You need to know what to bring to the doctor’s office. You need to know what questions to ask. And you need to be able to understand the significance of the numbers that result from testing.

On Monday, April 23rd., at 7 p.m. Dan Finkenthal, RN, from the Diabetes Partnership will give an informative presentation about getting ready for your next visit to a doctor’s office. Dan will speak at the Euclid Diabetes Support Group’s meeting at the Euclid Public Library. He will help you to prepare for your next session with your doctor. Although this meeting is presented for people with diabetes, anyone with a chronic medical condition may find it helpful. This meeting is free and open to the public.

The Euclid Diabetes Support Group’s purpose is to help people with the diabetes live a healthier lifestyle. Members socialize and get the latest information at their monthly meetings at the Euclid Public Library. Phone calls and emails remind members to attend the next meeting. New members or guests are always welcome.