How to Talk to your Doctor

How to Talk to your Doctor “The doctor knows best.”
“I work with my health care provider to share treatment decisions.”

These statements represent two different types of health care consumers: the passive patient and the active patient. In the passive role, we expect our health care providers to assume ultimate responsibility for our medical care. In contrast, taking an active role means working with your health care providers to ensure that you get the best care for your needs.