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So glad you got an appointment, let me see if I can alleviate some of your...

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Discussion: I finally have an appointment, but am more anxious than anticipated.

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Posted: May 4, 2022

@colleenyoung there’s some really good input here and from the previous responders. On my first visit...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/224172/

Discussion: Your Tips on How to Get Off to the Best Start with a New Specialist

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Posted: Nov 6, 2018

I've been seeing several specialist at Rochester Mayo for past 3 yrs. In myexperience the first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/103116/

Discussion: Did You Get Your Results During Your Visit?

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Posted: May 18, 2016

Hi @janeanon, appointments or testing may be scheduled during this first visit as determined by your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1030778/

Discussion: Booking Hotel & Flight

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Posted: Mar 9, 2024

@radiocity Have you actually been diagnosed with lumbar spine issues through imaging and an evaluation with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/614474/

Discussion: Can't get an appointment: Any tips on what to do?

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Posted: Jul 6, 2021

Hi @fre6821 Well, as a fellow Mayo patient, you sparked my interest so I ducked into...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856503/

Discussion: Recent changes to Mayo Clinic patient portal

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Posted: May 8, 2023

Hi @dgn15905, you ask a great question. It looks like you did everything right. General Internal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/337285/

Discussion: Resubmitting an Appointment Request

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Posted: Mar 18, 2021

Hi @springchinook, I agree with @roch. It sounds like communication may not have been clear. Effective...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/815183/

Discussion: Does the Mayo Clinic in Arizona diagnose or strictly treat?

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Posted: Feb 21, 2023

@kimremedes, you got two fabulous replies from @roch and @jeanern01. I really like your questions and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/762891/

Discussion: First Visit to Mayo Clinic: How do appointments work? What to expect?

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Posted: Oct 18, 2022

Welcome @janeanon, I believe you will be glad that you have come to Mayo once you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038715/

Discussion: Success rate for complicated cases

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Posted: Mar 23, 2024

Thank you for your care and questions, @amandajro and @jakedduck1. I had my first seizure in,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/607158/

Discussion: New to Mayo, Old to Epilepsy. Any tips for my visit?

Support Group: Epilepsy & Seizures

Posted: Jun 5, 2021

I have a pocket binder that includes any notes from my local pulmonologist, rheumatologist, hospital stays,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/896673/

Discussion: Anyone have tips on preparing for initial visit to Mayo Clinic?

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Posted: Jul 16, 2023

I just finished my first week do testing at Mayo in Rochester. I was a little...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/837795/

Discussion: Tips on What To Do while at Mayo Clinic Rochester

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Posted: Apr 4, 2023

colleen you are right on the money about everything here....patience, an impossible thought, is so important...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/750534/

Discussion: Lung Cancer: Seems like we're being delayed to get an appointment

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Posted: Sep 16, 2022

I so agree with @contentandwell JK . I had a friend whose wife was an anesthesiologist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/224241/

Discussion: Your Tips on How to Get Off to the Best Start with a New Specialist

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Posted: Jul 23, 2019

For my first appointment, I contacted Mayo's Endocrine department because I had already been diagnosed with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/132153/

Discussion: Getting your first appointment

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Posted: Dec 31, 2016

I started by applying to internal medicine clinic. I answered some questions that were emailed to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/132143/

Discussion: Getting your first appointment

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Posted: Dec 29, 2016

I completely agree with @roch's approach to get answers to your questions. Jayhawk, focusing on your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/651262/

Discussion: How long does it take for referrals within Mayo?

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Posted: Nov 4, 2021

We are also 600 miles away and usually drive. The first two surgeries are close enough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1135357/

Discussion: To stay or to go home in between

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Posted: Sep 3, 2024

@babyblues262, you and your local cardiologist have made a good first step to helping your get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1197623/

Discussion: Afraid of coming to Mayo, but I need a diagnosis

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Posted: Dec 26, 2024

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