Managing Stress from Health Care

From the Parish Health Team:

A series of Parish Health articles concerning managing stress  

Managing Stress from Health Care ‍

How many doctor’s appointments do you have on the calendar? Managing stress from healthcare demands is important. Patients may experience stressors such as costs, discrimination, loneliness, physical stressors, and worrying about a possible diagnosis( Fryburg MD, David. 2021 What’s Playing in Your Waiting Room? ncbi.nlm.nih.gov).

1. Let others know how you are feeling! Ask about payment plans.

2. Write down your questions before you visit.

3. Don’t forget to bring your list of questions.

4. Celebrate that you called to even make the appointment (the hardest part)!

5. Remember God is with you and gives you strength.

Megan Fay, PA-C, MA ( Physician Assistant)

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