For some people, a visit to the hospital or physician’s office can be a very stressful experience–a long drive may have been involved, almost certainly a long wait. By the time you actually see your health professional, you may forget to tell him or her something important. To ensure the best quality care for you or your loved one, take an active role in preparing for your health visits so that you may take full advantage of your time with the health professional.

The following lesson from the National Institute on Aging will help you learn more about how to talk with your doctor: nihseniorhealth.gov/talkingwithyourdoctor/toc.html.