Emerging Importance of Telemedicine/Telehealth Appointments in Communicating with Your Health Care Team

Published: March 16, 2022, 5:30 p.m.

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  • Overview of Your Health Care Team: Who Are the Members of Your Health Care Team
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  • The Importance of Communication, in the Context of COVID-19 & Its Variants
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  • Emerging Role of Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments to Decrease Your Exposure to COVID-19
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  • Tips to Improve Communication with Your Health Care Team
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  • Preparing for Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments
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  • Do you Have the Needed Technology: Working with Your Doctor\u2019s Office to Set-Up Needed Technology Before Your Appointment
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  • Who to Include in These Appointments - Family Members, Partner, Long Distance Caregivers
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  • Determining Three Key Questions at the Start of Your Appointment with the Health Care Team
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  • Discussing Your Treatment Options, Side Effects/Pain Management & Clinical Trial Options
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  • How Your Other Chronic Illnesses May Impact Your Cancer Treatment: Reducing Harmful Drug Interactions
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  • Discussion of Adherence: Taking Your Treatment on Schedule
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  • Your Follow-Up Appointments, Care & Questions Between Telehealth/Telemedicine Appointments
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  • Who to Contact Evenings, Weekends & Holidays, with Their Contact Information
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  • Balancing Your Quality-of-Life with Your Health Care Needs
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  • Questions for Our Panel of Experts
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