How To Get The Most From Your Doctor's Visit

We Asked Gps For The Best Practice

- Tara Ali

On an average day in Oz, 406,000 visits are made to a general practitioner (GP), according to the Australia’s health 2018 report. That’s a lot of time spent in waiting rooms and sitting in front of your doctor discussing your health. Knowing the right questions to ask your GP, and how you can work as a team can help you get better care and minimise any frustrations.

Q: IS IT OK TO BRING IN YOUR OWN RESEARCH?

A: If you’ve wondering about a new drug trial or treatment, it’s fine to bring in print-outs says Dr Brad McKay, a Sydney GP. “Being curious and asking questions is never insulting, but you don’t need to bring in piles of paper. Every GP (hopefully) has access to the internet and can quickly look up the latest research or treatments online.