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The Value of a Second Opinion

Getting a Second Opinion ... to get a second opinion. Here are some tips on how to do this. The Value of a Second Opinion ... should you get a second opinion? Don't waste time checking out choices if you need emergency treatment ... second opinion;get second opinion;second doctor;ask second doctor;value second opinion;1,2708

Getting a Second Opinion on Cancer Treatment

*Cancer Tx Get Second Opinion ... . Getting a Second Opinion on Cancer Treatment It can be hard to decide which cancer treatment ... plan is best for you. You may want to get a second opinion. This means having another healthcare ... cancer treatment;second opinion for;18197-1

Questions to Ask Before Surgery

Having Surgery? Ask Your Provider These Questions ... opinion? Some health plans may require people to get a second opinion before having elective surgery ... surgery. Getting a second opinion Asking another healthcare provider or surgeon for a second ... P01409;surgery questions;surgeon;patient physician communication;surgery cost;second opinion

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL): Treatment Questions

*ALL Tx ... ? Should I get a second opinion? Will my insurance cover treatment? How much will I have to ... take in all of the information. It helps to be prepared. Make a list of questions and bring them to ... adult acute lymphocytic leukemia;treatment for ALL;ALL;BALLT1

Anal Cancer: Newly Diagnosed

one healthcare provider. And you may decide that you want to get a second opinion. This can help you ... insurance companies require a second opinion. It’s very rare that the time it will take to get a

Preventing a Surgical Site Infection

*Surg Site Prevent Infection ... Surgical Site Infection Prevent ... these infections. Preventing a Surgical Site Infection A risk of any surgery is an infection ... at the surgical site. The surgical site is a cut the surgeon makes in the skin to do the surgery ... 89221;Preventing Surgical Site Infections;surgical site infections, prevention;infection, surgical ... site, prevention;surgical site infections, causes, surgical site infections, risk factors;surgical

Protect Your Child from Medical Errors

from friends and coworkers who are on your health plan. Get a second opinion on your child's diagnosis ... your child's illness, especially if they have a constant condition like asthma. Several sites that

The ABCs of Hepatitis A

major procedure or treatment, it's smart to get a second opinion. But how do you know a second opinion ... . Take quiz The Value of a Second Opinion When your healthcare provider suggests a

Preparing for Cancer Treatment

websites. Get a second opinion It's common for people diagnosed with cancer to ask another cancer ... get a second opinion. Again, this is common, so don't be afraid to ask. Find out about your cancer ... cancer treatment preparation;oncologist;cancer treatment center;second opinion;cancer support;p07317

Checklist for Surgery/Consent Forms/Insurance Information

surgery. This person can help make sure all your questions get asked and answered. They also can ... you have other surgical options, and the likely outcome if you did not have the surgery. Get a ... P01393;surgery preparation;informed consent form;informed consent;advance directives;living will;durable power of attorney for healthcare

Anal Cancer: Treatment Choices

your body after surgery. Second opinion before deciding on a treatment plan If you have been ... diagnosed with anal cancer, you may want to think about getting a second opinion. It can help you feel ... anal cancer;types of treatment for anal cancer;chemotherapy for anal cancer;radiation therapy for anal cancer;surgery for anal cancer;18993-1

Thinking About Hysterectomy

When You Are Thinking About a Hysterectomy ... uterus. Consider getting a second opinion if you are not comfortable with the advice given to you. ... Before advising a hysterectomy, your healthcare provider will evaluate your health problem

How to Be a Well-Informed Healthcare User

. And remember, it’s your right to get a second opinion if you want one. Sharing any history of ... hospital, having surgery, or using an out-of-network provider. Learn how to get help. Know

Refractive Surgery: Is It Right for You?

*Refractive Surgery ... Is Refractive Surgery Right For You ... risks and possible complications before making a decision. Consider getting a second opinion before ... before choosing this surgery, talk with your eye care provider. Get all the facts. Find out what ... 85469;refractive surgery: is it right for you?;is refractive surgery right for you?

Where to Get Medical Care

surgeries are performed in locations other than a hospital operating room. Where to Get Medical Care ... If you have a deep cut, need minor surgery, or have the flu, where do you go for care ... advantages;retail store sites disadvantages;Ambulatory surgery centers advantages;ambulatory surgery ... urgent-care centers;offsite treatment facilities;offsite health care options;retail store sites

Deep Coughing

Deep coughing helps keep your lungs clear. If you've had surgery, this will help you get better ... , this will help you get better faster. Deep coughing also helps you breathe easier and may prevent a ... 86547;deep coughing;discharge instructions postsurgical deep coughing;after surgery deep coughing ... instructions;pulmonology care;home care for deep coughing after surgery;home care instructions for

How to Be a Wise Healthcare Consumer

? Get a second opinion, if needed. You feel out of control in your care. Feeling out of control ... Here are common problems you may run into as a healthcare consumer, with tips for wise

Step-by-Step: How to Empty Your Drain After Surgery

fluid out into a measuring cup. Squeeze the empty bulb to get all of the air out. Close the bulb cap ... Surgery Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Hold your bulb upright so no ... Step-by-Step: How to Empty Your Drain After Surgery; A90851; surgery; postop care; JP; JP Drain

Pneumonectomy

Surgery to remove a lung ... . You might need this procedure if a smaller surgery would not be able to remove all of the cancer ... A pneumonectomy is a type of surgery to remove 1 of your lungs because of cancer, injury, or ... surgery to remove a lung;391

Step-by-Step: Giving Yourself a Shot

press the plunger all the way in to release the medicine. Leave the syringe in place for 10 seconds. Correctly dispose of the entire syringe. ... This video shows the steps of giving yourself a shot. Giving Yourself a Shot Wash your hands


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