* * NOTICE ** We will be taking a brief holiday break, so this is the last episode for this year. We will be returning on January 1st, 2020.

Welcome back to episode 15! This one is all about doctor’s appointments (and there will be many). You can check out our previous blog post about the topic here, but in this episode, we go into a bit more detail, along with some helpful tips and tricks for how we prioritize our time and make effective use of every single appointment that we have for Shaun.

Main Topic(s)

• Verify ALL aspects of your appointment
  • Date & Time
  • Location (many practices have multiple offices)
  • Which Doctor(s) you’re seeing
  • Nature of the appointment (e.g. well-visit, skin test, food challenge, etc.)
• Show up to the appointment prepared
  • The Binder
  • Our 1-pager with repetitive questions/answers
  • Bring written questions/concerns for your doctor
  • If the appointment is for your child, bring kid things
    • Books
    • Toys
    • Favorite blanket/stuffed animal
• Take notes and keep copies
  • Any Change(s) to your care plan
  • Answers to your questions
  • Prep requirements for future testing or appointments
  • Red-flag symptoms and what response you should take
  • Medication adjustment(s)

Community Connection

• Reverse Advent Calendar
• Listener Question

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