How can I get what I need from my doctor?

Try to get some research on your condition, the possible diagnoses, tests and the types of medications the Dr might prescribe. If there is a specific thing you want, it is better to follow the format most doctors use to come to a consensus on your diagnoses. I hope things work out well. Ir would help if you made extensive notes on your physical, emotional and mental symptoms and keep a log of them to show to your doctor to convince them of what you want or need from your doctor. Most doctors are flexible and when calmly articulated with research the outcome is more positive

I guess it depends on what country you're in and the medical culture that your in but I think being clear with what you want the outcomes to be super important, if your not being listened too ask again or get a second opinion. You deserve to get the help you need to function and only you know what you need. With psychological issues, the only thing you can show is by using your voice . This I think makes it really difficult, half the time I don't know what I'm feeling but I know it feels wrong, but you need to use your voice effectively to get the help you need!

Well hello there; I'm Frostwire. I've read your thought and i believe that i can help. But let's first assess the question. Whom is the Doctor? why is it important that you have the medicine you are asking for? If the doctor you have been speaking with is ignoring the obvious answer; why? Is there a long term effect? Has the doctor used the medicine in their practice before? If so, what kind of patient? Are you already taking medication under this doctor? If so; is there anything about the medicine that would make (her or him) feel uncomfortable to put you on due to other medicines? last but not least; do you have any medical history of mental disorders that the medicine could affect?

What exactly are you looking for from your doctor? Are you looking for a mental health referral? You can ask them specifically. They've had all kinds of patients so no question is going to make them gawk at you. If you want mental health support, you can ask them for a referral to a therapist if possible. There are also short-term crisis lines and even 7 Cups to help you out (in the short-term) while you wait for a proper therapist. Sometimes graduate students in counselling can offer free therapy in their university clinics for people with financial / accessibility barriers. If you have some other concerns, your state, province or territory may have some healthcare lines and services that are available for you.

Be honest about your needs. Ask questions. Remember your patients rights. You have the right to inquire about your treatment options, as well as the right to ask for a second opinion. If you are working with a therapist or psychiatrist, you can ask them to write a letter on your behalf to help advocate for you. Remember, this is your health and wellbeing on the line, you deserve to get competent care. If your doctor has been acting unethical or unprofessional, there are licensing boards in your state whom you can contact to make formal complaints. You can also contact your insurance company and ask about resources they can identify to help you.

What a great question. You are a strong and wise person to be thinking about this. I know what works for me and perhaps some of the things that help me will also help you. The first thing I do when I have set up a doctor's appointment is to write out a list of questions that I need answers to. I start on the list right away because I may not remember what I needed to ask or talk about by the time I see the doctor. I also always have someone else with me so that if I don't understand or remember what the doctor has said I have another person to help me. I have found that my doctor is always happy to help me get what I need if I keep my conversation with him direct and to the point as my doctors are usually really busy. If the doctor seems to be in a hurry and gets up to leave before I know what I need to know or before I have asked all of my questions, I politely ask if he can spare me a few more minutes and if he can't if I can see him later that day or make another appointment to ask the rest of my questions. I hope that these ideas will help you. If you would like to talk further or if you have other questions be sure to come back to the site and either I or another person will be happy to help in any way we can.

Be open and honest with your doctor and advocate for what you need. As someone hoping to pursue a career in medicine and have shadowed several doctors and their doctor-patient interactions, I believe that a doctor is someone that you can trust and is someone who is nonjudgemental. All of the doctors that I have worked with have been empathetic and compassionate people who truly want what is best for you. As a future physician, I can definitely say that I only want the best for my future patients and hope they feel comfortable enough with me to advocate for themselves.

Doctors, even if sometimes it seems otherwise, are there to help you. Their entire career is based on helping other people overcome their diseases. As a medical student myself, I know how important it is to always put the patient first, as we are all taught. So, whatever it is you need, he will give it to you if you open up to him, let yourself be examined and treated. Some people fear doctors, or don't follor their advice/treatment, that's not the way to get better. You should always question him whenever you have doubts with your treatment, let him know if you like it or not, if you are having trouble with side effects, he'll know how to change the therapeutic scheme to adjust to your needs. I hope you feel better soon and get better at communicating with your doctor :)

Make notes on how you're feeling before you visit your doctor. How medications are working, how you felt through the week, what treatments work, what you don't like. This will make it easy to communicate with your doctor! Sharing updates and setting boundaries can help you get the treatment you want. If you don't like a certain medication, it's important to communicate that to your health care professional. An important part of coping with any mental health condition is to develop a solid relationship with a psychiatrist or therapist you can trust. Be sure to ask for their contact information, ask them if they can be contacted during crisis situations.

Go to your doctor and talk to them. Explain whatever it is that’s troubling you and tell them what you want. Doctors are supposed to support you and provide you with what’s best for you so they’ll always give you the best path so remember that. Just be persistent and keep asking for whatever it is you want. If they aren’t providing it or are giving another option that you don’t think is best for you then consult another doctor for a second opinion. Try to be open to whatever they suggest but if you simply ask for what you want and it complies with them then I’m sure it’ll turn out okay and you’ll get it. :)