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