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Why Men Don’t Go to the Doctor and How Women Can Help

Posted on June 30, 2018 by Nicole Rochester, MDJune 30, 2018

My husband may not be happy that I’m sharing this but getting him to go to the doctor is like dragging a toddler out of Disney World at the end of a long day. He doesn’t kick and scream, (ok, … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office | Tagged doctor, healthcare, men's health, patient, primary care | 4 Replies

3 Questions You Must Ask at Every Doctor Visit- Part 3

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDOctober 27, 2017

Part 3 of a 3-Part Series in recognition of Health Literacy Month   I’m the parent of a strong-willed, teenaged daughter. Since she was a very young child, she’s always wanted to know the “why” behind just about everything, including … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, Health literacy | Tagged communication, doctor, health care, health literacy, healthcare, physician | Leave a reply

3 Questions You Must Ask at Every Doctor Visit- Part 2

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDOctober 8, 2017

Part 2 of a 3-Part Series in recognition of Health Literacy Month Imagine being placed behind the wheel of a brand new car. Sounds really nice, right? Now imagine you are only 13 years old, you haven’t taken a single … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, Health literacy | Tagged communication, doctor, health care, health literacy, healthcare, patient, physician | 2 Replies

3 Questions You Must Ask at Every Doctor Visit- Part 1

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDOctober 2, 2017

Part 1 in a 3-part series in recognition of Health Literacy Month   Before I became a caregiver for my dad, I had only peripheral knowledge of his medical challenges. I remember getting frustrated with him during conversations about his … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, Health literacy | Tagged health care, health literacy, healthcare, patient, physician | Leave a reply

5 Ways to Use Your Smartphone to Improve Doctor Visits

Posted on September 3, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDMarch 18, 2018

When I became a caregiver to my dad, I quickly realized that I was not going to be able to keep all of his medical information in my head. After years of packing my brain with medical facts, in addition … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office | Tagged caregiver, communication, doctor, health care, patient, technology | 4 Replies

What Your Doctor Doesn’t Know WILL Hurt You

Posted on August 8, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDOctober 25, 2017
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Have you ever heard the saying, “What you don’t know won’t hurt you?” It’s sometimes used to glorify the “ignorance is bliss” mentality. The idea is that we can’t worry about issues if we don’t know about them. It is … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, In the Hospital, Medication Safety | Tagged doctor, health care, healthcare, hospital, medications, patient, physician, safety | 4 Replies

Do You Understand What Your Doctor is Saying to You?

Posted on July 24, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDAugust 15, 2018

My father was college-educated and had no obvious difficulty understanding medical advice in his earlier years. However, when he began to develop dementia there was a very noticeable change in his intellectual capacity. When I accompanied him to doctor visits, … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, Health literacy, In the Hospital, Medication Safety | Tagged caregiver, communication, doctor, health care, health literacy, hospital, insurance, medications, safety | 2 Replies

5 Things Your Doctor Wishes You Knew

Posted on July 9, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDJuly 9, 2017

There have been numerous changes to the way health care is delivered in the United States. Regulatory agencies, electronic medical records and insurance companies have altered the way physicians practice medicine. One of the unfortunate consequences has been the erosion … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office | Tagged advocate, billing, communication, doctor, health care, healthcare, insurance, medical, patient, physician, primary care, safety | 2 Replies

How and When to Get a Second Opinion

Posted on May 28, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDOctober 23, 2017

I’ve always been the kind of doctor who enjoys engaging in dialogue with patients and families. I encourage them to ask questions about their health and about the recommendations I provide. A thoughtful question will occasionally prompt me to do … Continue reading →

Posted in At the Doctor's Office, Medical Conditions | Tagged advocate, care coordination, doctor, health care, healthcare, HMO, insurance, patient, physician, PPO | 2 Replies

5 Signs It May Be Time to Dump Your Doctor

Posted on April 30, 2017 by Nicole Rochester, MDMay 21, 2017

The doctor-patient relationship can be challenging. Today’s health care system does not facilitate the development of a meaningful connection; in fact, it tends to impair this crucial relationship. Solo practitioners, 30-minute appointments, and house calls are mostly fond memories from … Continue reading →

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