Maximizing Time with Doctors
Downloadable Tools and Tips:
Click the links to view or right click to print or save to your computer.
- AHA List of Questions to Ask Your Doctor
- Information to Collect Beforehand to Take to a Doctor's Appointment
Web Resources:
Click the links below to access resource websites to find out more about maximizing your time with the doctor.
Elderly Patient Communication
Q&A column courtesy of QualityHealth.com provides useful advice for helping seniors communicate effectively with their doctors.
Ask the Tough Questions
This AARP article offers information to ask the right questions so you can leave the doctor’s office with the information you need.
Prescription Medicine
eMedicineHealth provides a detailed overview of prescription medicine and related issues, including what to do during the visit to the doctor and pharmacy, common prescription abbreviations, synonyms and keywords, generic medications, and more.
Let's Talk Pain Coalition
This interactive Web site provides visitors with comprehensive information and tools to help enhance the dialogue between those affected by pain and healthcare professionals.
Hospital Hints
If a hospital visit is planned, get some sound advice about preparing from AGIS.com.
Resources by Category
Caregiver Support & Tips
- Caring for Parents While Caring for Children
- Including Seniors in Holiday Activities
- Supporting the Family Caregiver with Respite Care
Choices & Decisions
- Planning for Long-Term Care – Options to Age at Home
- Warning Signs That Care at Home May Be Needed
- Benefits of Home Care
- Options to Pay for Home Care
Finding Answers in Home Care
- Modifying a Home for Fall Prevention
- Care for the Heart
- Diet and Nutrition for Seniors
- Making the Home Safer for Aging in Place
- Exercise for Seniors
Information - Inside & Out
- Quality In-Home Care as a Consumer Protection Issue
- Diabetes Information for Patients and Providers
- Maximizing Time with Doctors
- Vaccination Awareness
- Parkinson’s Disease-Challenges and Choices
- Technology to Enhance Independence at Home
- Resource Links
How do we begin to thank you for the wonderful support and care you gave to Mom and the entire family. Her illness was brief, which was a blessing. Out of all the bad came some good. We were honored to have Eileen move so willingly into Mom’s home and care for her for those few weeks. She not only took care of Mom, but all of us. She tenderly guided us through the process of Mom’s death. Eileen is an amazing and talented woman who quickly became a part of our family. We are richer people for her presence in our lives. It became apparent that there were angels along the journey of Mom’s illness and death. The both of you and especially Eileen are among those angels. Thank you!
