@brandysparks I have been known to sign a form, adding "under protest" to the signature line. Boy, they didn't like that! The first time I did it, the front desk said if my signature wasn't on the form, the doctor couldn't see me. I also crossed out terms I didn't agree with, and initialed it. Wonder if that was part of the "DP" for difficult patient on my chart?!

We need to be our own advocates these days. Whether it is for general health, or specialists. Don't be reluctant to change to a different doctor even within the same practice, if you feel the need to. I did that about 2 years ago with one of my providers, and have been very happy. Yes, it was awkward to meet the old dr in the hallways, but we were both polite. Take your questions and concerns to each visit, ask to have information repeated if needed, ask for resources to further your understanding of a condition or medication.
Ginger

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