How do I get the most out of my doctor’s visit?
Getting in to see your doctor for a non-emergency can take time. On average, new patients wait more than 18 days for an appointment, according to a nationwide survey. Once you do get in, the visit may last a half an hour or less, so you want to make every minute count.
“Most primary care doctors have their available time slots pre-booked with chronic care patients who take longer to see: 20 to 30 minutes for a routine follow-up versus 10 to 15 minutes for straightforward cases like a sore throat or twisted ankle,” said George Lowe, MD, FACP, medical director of Maryland Family Care, a group of primary care doctors.
There are a few practical things you can do to prepare for your appointment.
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