Family Health and Wellness Guide

The tonic for what ails you: medical experts’ advice on how to avoid germs and protect your family from illness.  

Kid Favorites

The Best Bandages for Kids
These four bandages will delight your children―and stick with them.

Medical Exams

Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery
Before checking in to the hospital, be sure to discuss these five topics with your physician.

Questions to Ask Your Dentist, Boss, and More
What to know before making a commitment to a therapist, a boss―even a fiancé.

Questions to Ask a New Doctor Checklist

In addition to the typical questions you’d ask a new doctor—such as “Do you accept my insurance?”—there are others that will give you a sense of how courteously and promptly you’ll be treated.

• Can I get a copy of your office policy? This includes information on everything from hours to how to get a prescription refilled.
• Can I send you questions via e-mail? This is an easy way to have simple concerns addressed.
• What’s your cancellation policy? Some offices have strict policies, which may be a good sign: It means they try to stick to the schedule.

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