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Supporting my mom who is going to Mayo Clinic

Caregivers | Last Active: Jun 19, 2021 | Replies (40)

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@rosemarya

My husband (pre Covid19) would have to wait in the waiting room during my tests. However, he was always with me during the consult, when the doctor discussed the results, diagnosis, treatments. I don't know what is allowed now with the current Covid19 restrictions. You can find it here: Guide Patient & Visitor Guide > Your guide to getting care at Mayo Clinic
https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guideFree Concierge Service

I know that it is difficult to think about a 7 - 10 day span of time, and some members have talked about this in the discussions that Colleen has already shared. I would encourage you to scroll thru the discussions and read those that apply to your mom's situation. There is comfort in knowing that one is not alone.

To offer you, your mom, and her husband some additional support, Mayo Clinic offers free concierge services dedicated to lightening your load and making your visit easier. I would encourage you to visit this link to learn how the trained concierge staff can make the trip a little less stressful for your mom. I think you will also benefit from learning of the resources available. There is also a Live Chat line available.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/concierge-services
I'm out of time. I'll check in later.

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that's true, we didn't have covid back when I was at Mayo for 4 days. I'd recommend that you check with the latest rules. Also, I recommend reading the EHRs online at the end of the day, the doctors write down everything that is said in the exam room. I love being able to read what happened with the doctor. Mine were always very thorough and accurate. Have access to the internet, I took a tablet with me for the Patient Guide. But paper works for the patient guide. EHRs (clinical notes and test results) are on your own, a tablet helps for that.

Thank you @rosemarya I will look into the concierge services. I have been reading the website and looking at everything, I am so thankful she is going to Mayo!