At The Arthritis and Infusion Center we understand that coming to your first appointment with Dr. Crayton (or to any medical appointment for that matter), can be very nerve racking. In fact, some people even experience a rise in blood pressure, which is often humorously referred to as “White Coat Syndrome”. However, our team of healthcare professionals does not want your visit to our practice to be anything but a very positive experience. In our previous two blogs, What Should I Bring? and Notes and Medicine Bottles, that discussed Getting the MOST from Your FIRST Appointment, we explained how to prepare ahead of time with your paperwork. Now, we suggest the following.
- As previously suggested, bring your physician’s order with you.
- Dress in loose, comfortable clothing.
- Take all your regular medications, unless your referring doctor prescribes otherwise.
- Plan ahead of time by allowing enough time to complete the necessary radiology and/or diagnostic exams and/or treatments.
- Arrange for transportation, if needed.
If you are coming for an Infusion, we suggest that you wear comfortable, layered clothing that you can adjust in case you become overly warm or cool. Bring along an extra sweater or blanket to have handy. To pass the time, you may want to bring:
- Games
- Reading material
- Handwork (knitting, crocheting)
- MP3 Player (We offer WiFi & headphones)
- You can also use the time for meditation.
Perhaps the most important thing you can bring is a smile and a positive attitude, knowing that you are in good hands at The Arthritis and Infusion Center. And don’t forget: “Pain is not normal. Let us help!”
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