Being a better patient
A recent poll on Angie's List CompanyConnect found many health professionals had similar qualms with their patients.
Missed appointments, not calling to cancel and running late were the most common issues health providers had with patients, but having an “I already know the problem” attitude and not following Doctor’s Orders also proved to be frequent irritations.
Respondents to the poll also provided tips patients can use to be better prepared for their next visit. The top five tips:
- Bring a list of questions and concerns to make sure everything is addressed properly.
- Don’t change your medications without talking to your doctor.
- Have a list of medications (including vitamins) with you.
- Follow the exercise/treatment regimen, or be honest if you don’t.
- Trust your doctors and their staff. Nobody wins if patients aren’t honest.
If you have tips or policies to help your patients help themselves, please let us know.