Rebecca (she/her) describes how to form productive relationships with providers. She discusses living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and other chronic illnesses. She talks about the importance of having a healthcare provider that she trusts and the need to advocate for her care. She goes over the need to be honest and communicate with providers and be prepared for visits. She also describes how to communicate with doctors during a visit and the importance of using the patient portal.

 

Video Length: 3:39

Tagged: Working with Providers, Advocating for Yourself as a Patient

 

Chronically Informed:

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Rheumatoid Arthritis - National Institutes of Health Website:

https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/rheumatoid-arthritis#:~:text=Rheumatoid%20arthritis%20(RA)%20is%20a,loss%20of%20function%20in%20joints.

 

Osteoarthritis - National Institutes of Health Website:

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/osteoarthritis

 

Don’t Be Shy: 4 Tips for Talking to Your Doctor:

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/dont-be-shy-4-tips-for-talking-to-your-doctor

 

How to Prepare for a Doctor’s Appointment - National Institutes of Health Website:

https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/medical-care-and-appointments/how-prepare-doctors-appointment

 

What Doctors Wish Patients Knew About Using a Patient Portal - American Medical Association Article:

https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-using-patient-portal

 

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