Almost all of us have had the experience of getting home from a doctor’s appointment and then remembering something else we wanted to discuss. Or perhaps, the physician seemed too busy to listen to our concerns.
With a concierge doctor, the physician is always available for you – so you never have to panic about an unaddressed health concern. You can make an appointment to see the doctor within a day or so, and the doctor knows you and understands everything about you.
After all, a primary care physician coordinates and manages everything regarding your healthcare. He/She maintains your medical files, receives reports about your health from your medical sub-specialists (e.g., gynecologist, gastroenterologist, etc.), and keeps an overview of your health. And with concierge medicine, your doctor knows you by name.
Let’s take a look at how to prepare for your doctor’s visit, and where in North Bethesda you can go for outstanding concierge medicine.
What Should I Bring with Me to My Appointment?
You should be ready to bring up any health issues during the physician’s visit, even if you’re not experiencing them anymore. Are you experiencing any new symptoms? Have you gone to the emergency room since you last saw the doctor?
Write down the questions or issues you want to address with your concierge doctor. Having this list in written form before going to see the physician helps make sure you don’t forget anything. Ask your most important questions first, because the answers often address the other questions you have.
Be sure to have a list of all of your medications and supplements with you, including dosages of each that you take and how often you take them. Your primary care physician will review them to be aware of any changes or interactions.
Your health history is critical because you want to keep the doctor updated on any health issues that have occurred since your last appointment. This includes any new vaccinations or injuries.
How Can I Get the Most of My Concierge Doctor’s Appointment?
One of the biggest problems facing primary care physicians is that patients often don’t disclose all the relevant information needed to make an accurate assessment. Being open and honest with your concierge doctor will go a long way to addressing your health issues. Your physician wants to keep you healthy and strong, so help him/her by supplying the information he/she needs to help you.
It is also vital to share with your concierge doctor any information regarding your immediate family’s health issues (parent, sibling, or child). That is because some health issues are genetic in nature and can be passed down from your parents, so any new information (including health information you forgot to share before) will help your primary care physician to accurately evaluate your health and to know what your susceptibilities are. Your concierge primary care doctor will be able to watch for symptoms of these other illnesses and treat them early if they arise.
Skilled Primary Care Physician in North Bethesda, MD
Dr. Adam Possner at North Bethesda Primary Care is dedicated to providing the highest-quality care to his patients. Dr. Possner offers personalized, patient-centered care that focuses on the management and prevention of disease while maintaining a good relationship with each of his patients.
North Bethesda Primary Care is a membership-based practice. Your membership fee allows Dr. Possner to keep his concierge medical practice smaller and to spend quality time with you. He takes the time to conduct a thorough medical examination, and you will never feel rushed. North Bethesda Primary Care believes that there is no substitute for time in achieving excellent medical care.
Call (301) 941-4414 to schedule a complimentary 30-minute consultation with Dr. Possner to find out more about membership-based primary care. We also offer telehealth consultations for your convenience. We look forward to being your healthcare partner!
