As a patient, there are a few things you can do to make the most of your visit with Dr. Stengler. The better prepared you are, the more effective your visit will be.
1. Complete the New Patient Form (download new patient information form here)
If you are a new patient, it is very important to complete this comprehensive form ahead of your appointment. This will give Dr. Stengler the information he needs to properly diagnose and treat you. In addition to information about your current health, he needs to know your health history, an allergies you may have, medications and supplements you are taking, health habits and other factors that affect your health. Some key items to bring are:
a. Bring a List of All Medications and Nutritional Supplements You Are Currently Taking
It is very important for Dr. Stengler to know all of the medication you take on a regular basis. this includes all over-the-counter and prescription medicines. Also be sure to bring a comprehensive list of all the vitamins, minerals, and other nutritional supplements you are taking to your initial visit. (There is a space for this information on the New Patient Form.)
b. Bring a List of Your Other Physicians
The more information you can provide the better. Inform Dr. Stengler what motivated you to schedule your appointment with him and if you are seeing any other specialists or physicians.
2. Bring a List of Questions
Keep an ongoing list of questions between visits that you would like to ask Dr. Stengler. Keep note of any changes in mood, diet, memory, sexual function, etc., you may be experiencing. Write down symptoms, duration of the condition, frequency, and so on. The more specific and honest you are about what's bothering you, the better Dr. Stengler will be able to help you.
3. Bring a Family Member or Friend With You to Your Appointment
Feel free to bring a friend or family member with you. You will likely be receiving quite a bit of information and it can be very helpful to have another set of ears to help you remember the details about your visit. Of course, you are always encouraged to call our office with any questions or concerns.
Feel free to call or email us with any questions or concerns.
Optimal healthcare involves addressing the body, mind, and spirit. By listening carefully to his patients and utilizing modern diagnostic testing techniques, Dr. Stengler is able to pinpoint and treat the root cause(s) of a person’s health problems. But good health does not just happen. You must take an active role. Ask questions and be open and honest with your doctor and he will help you be the best you can be so you can enjoy your life to the fullest.
|
