ARMED FORCES NEWS
TRICARE PUBLISHES PATIENT-DOCTOR GUIDELINES
June 22, 2002


Maj. Gen. Leonard M. Randolph Jr. of Tricare Management Activity has published communication guidelines for patients. Highlights: Listen to your body and write a diary of symptoms before an appointment. Do not be embarrassed about describing symptoms. Bring a written list of allergies, medications and supplements, along with written questions and concerns. Don't believe everything you read on the Internet, but do bring in relevant articles from any source. Take the time needed to heal and stay healthy. And keep the healing plan simple by asking questions during the appointment and requesting a telephone consultation or a follow-up appointment if you have further questions or concerns.

TO HCVC HOME PAGE

TO ARCHIVES