How To Be Prepared

For your first appointment you will need to bring the following:

• A list of all prescription medications you are taking, or all of your prescription medications in a bag to show to your physician.
• A list of all dietary supplements (herbal, etc.) you are taking, or all of your dietary supplements in a bag to show your physician.
• Your completed medical history form, to discuss with your physician.
• A list of any allergies.
• Your insurance and prescription cards

A list of items your physician will need on your first appointment is below. Our office will attempt to obtain your medical records; however, we may contact you if we need your assistance.

If you have a cancer diagnosis:

• All surgical pathology reports pertaining to diagnosis
• Latest lab work: especially blood counts
• Any previous films and reports: PET scans, CT scans, MRI, X-ray, Mammogram
• Any previous chemotherapy/radiation treatment notes
• Physician’s progress notes

If you have a blood disorder:

• Lab work for the last 3 -5 years, especially blood counts
• Any previous films and reports: PET scans, CT scans, MRI, X-ray, Mammogram
• Any previous bone marrow pathology reports
• Physician’s progress notes