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You show up five minutes early for your doctor's appointment and wind up waiting 20 in the lobby and another 10 in the exam room. As you hear your doctor approach, talking in the hallway, you ready yourself. If you're lucky, you have the next 15 minutes to voice your concerns. 

There are things you can (and should) do to ensure your voice is heard and concerns addressed. 

1. Come prepared. 

 Know what you intend to talk about before you arrive for your appointment. Write down your concerns and questions, and make them specific. The more pointed your questions are, the more direct answers you'll get. 

2. Prioritize your concerns. 

Know that your doctor may not have time to answer all of your questions, so ask them in order of importance. 

3. Don't be afraid to ask for another appointment. 

Ultimately, you want all of your concerns addressed with ample time and attention. So rather than trying to rush through your list of questions, if you don't finish, ask for a follow-up appointment. 

4. Be willing to communicate outside the exam room. 

Email or communication through a patient portal is particularly useful when a face-to-face appointment has already occurred and you have questions about what was discussed, or your treatment instructions. 

Your time with your doctor is limited, so making every moment count is important. 

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