Working with Your Doctor
We encourage our customers to communicate with their doctors. It is important that your primary care physician and your heart specialist are aware of all of the therapies you are utilizing.
Working With Your Doctor— A Healthy Partnership
Your doctor is your partner in treating your high cholesterol. The better you communicate with your doctor, the better you’ll understand and carry out your treatment. This rule also applies to other health professionals who may join your treatment team, such as a dietitian or a physical activity specialist.
Here are some pointers on how to make your partnership work well:
- Speak up.
- Write it down.
- Keep records.
- Review your treatment.
- Be open.
- Tell if you’re having trouble following the TLC Program.
- Tell any symptoms or side effects.
If you don’t understand something, ask questions.Even if you think you know the answer, ask and be sure youdo. Ask for explanations in simple language.
Be sure you write down any treatment instructions. If you have trouble hearing, take a friendwith you to the visit.
Record your test results at each visit.
Use your visit as a chance to go over your treatment plan. Check your goals. Be sure you’re all in agreement over the next steps.
If your doctor or another health professional asks you questions, give full and honest answers.
Changes probably can be made so the program is easier for you to follow.
If something causes a side effect, briefly say what the symptom is, when it started,how often it happens, and if it’s been getting worse.
Tell your doctor about Nutrim
We've made it easy to tell your doctor about Nutrim. Just download our Nutrim Overview guide, print it off and bring it to your next doctor's visit.
Click here to download Nutrim overview to give to your doctor.