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TwinSisterDocs • February 24, 2025

How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit

In This Episode:

We share expert tips on how to prepare for your doctor’s visit—from arranging transportation and gathering your medication info to knowing your co-pay and asking the right questions. Learn how to maximize your appointment and make the most out of your limited time with your doctor.


Welcome to the Twin Sister Docs Podcast—your go-to resource for trusted, straightforward health care advice! We’re twin sisters, Dr. Delana Wardlaw (Family Medicine) and Dr. Elana McDonald (Pediatrics), with over 50 years of collective experience. Our mission is to help you navigate the complexities of the health care system, empower you to take charge of your well-being, and inspire you to live your healthiest, best life.


In This Episode:

• Pre-visit preparation: Transportation, medication details, and scheduling tips 

• Essential items: Photo ID, insurance card, and co-pay info 

• Check-in tips: Updating your details at the front desk 

• Bringing a support person and getting your questions ready 

• Understanding the reality of 15-minute doctor visits 

• Asking the right questions using the PQRST (Problem, Quantify, Results, Symptoms, Treatment) method 

• Navigating follow-up appointments and understanding well vs. sick visits 

• Plus, many more actionable tips to help you be an advocate in your own healthcare!



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