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What can I expect at an Evaluation Appointment at Mayo Clinic
Visiting Mayo Clinic | Last Active: Dec 9, 2021 | Replies (20)Comment receiving replies
Thank you for replying!!
Yes, my appt is at Mayo, Rochester. I’ve sent all my med records up a few weeks ago, and my scan records have all been pushed up electronically.
I’ve filled out the Portal completely, have insurance approval, and called the neurology department directly.
Since this doctor contacted me to come up, I’m making an assumption (perhaps erroneously?) that he understands a bit of my issues.
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Hello @hannie
I noticed that you had an appointment at Mayo in March. I hope that you got some helpful information.
I would enjoy hearing from you. Will you post an update, when it's convenient?
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@hannie. Having an open ended schedule can be really taxing when you’re trying to make arrangements with hotels, worrying about what appointments to make, etc. Let me reassure you that you’ll be in excellent hands with the staff at Mayo Clinic and your trust is well-placed. You’ll be amazed at the efficiency with which your appointments are scheduled after the evaluation if you need to be seen further at the clinic. Occasionally, after your evaluation, some tests might be turned over to a provider closer to your home with a treatment plan making it convenient for you.
If they’re needed at Mayo, the appointments will be scheduled quickly. Frequently the appointments can get bumped sooner by just checking in at the desk where they’ll do a quick check for times.
With your records already in the hands of the neurologist, he will have reviewed your case before you arrive. But until he actually visits with you it would be difficult to see what further tests might be required.
The hotels are very accommodating, most with a 24 hour or less cancellation notice. So I’d suggest making your reservations for 7 days and then cancel if you don’t need the room.
Are there any other questions you have for your trip? Do you need suggestions for hotels? Restaurants?
There are several hotels, restaurants and stores connected to the Clinic in Rochester via a tunnel system called the subway and within easy walking distance. Other hotels in the area offer shuttles to and from the clinic. Quite a few of the hotels offer suites with full kitchen amenities so that you’re able to to set up housekeeping for an easier time of meal planning and relaxing after your appointments.
Here are a couple of links which might be of some help to you.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/concierge-services
– https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/hotels-lodging
– Tips: Traveling to Mayo to get medical care safely during COVID-19 https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/your-tips-traveling-and-getting-medical-care-safely-during-covid-19/