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Creating your own Health Care Team
by Amy Louise Ralston, MBAcC, MZBA, MKosmedUK |
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 Deciding whether or not to choose an alternative method of medical treatment can be a confusing, not to mention daunting, task. Every single doctor or practitioner you speak with about your current health challenge will have his or her own opinion of the best approach to take. For this reason, it is important that you assemble your own "health team," people who will help you make your own best decision rather than imposing their opinions on you. This is crucial if you want to have control in this area of your life.
Doing what you are told and then resenting the consequences is not good for you or your practitioner/doctor! Productive, open and respectful communication is essential in creating a rapport between you and your "health team." Good rapport leads to trust and clarity. If health professional and patient can look each other in the eye, smile, and say, "We've really done our best!" then the optimum scenario has been created. However, being conscious about surrounding yourself with the right people for you can be difficult.
Many people are very uncomfortable about confrontation of any sort, and are loath to disagree with health professionals, or to state clearly that they feel the need to go elsewhere for treatment. And, there are some health professionals who don't like to hear such things from their patients! Try to think of this as a character building exercise for everyone involved. After all, the best situation for everyone is one in which both parties are happy with what has been agreed. Surely this is especially important when dealing with something as personal as your health.
Remember !!
1) Everyone has an opinion, and that includes YOU! Your opinion is really the most important when it comes to your health and well being. You are the only one who can create what is best for you.
2) If any member of your health team does not support you making a choice which they don't agree with, you may want to re-evaluate their position on your team.
3) The optimal health care plan should feel healthy and caring! Listen to that little voice inside!
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