| • | Understanding the Language of Medicine
Learn how you and your doctor can do a better job talking to one another. |
| • | Specialists: What They Do
Doctors and other health professionals sometimes specialize in one area of medicine, becoming experts in a particular field. |
| • | Osteopathic Medicine
Doctors of osteopathic medicine (D.O.s) receive similar training as medical doctors (M.D.s), with additional training in osteopathic and holistic medicine. |
| • | What to Expect at the Doctor's Office
Most routine visits to the doctor share a similar format. Your doctor will want to ask you questions, perform a physical examination, order any tests that are appropriate, and prescribe treatment or give medical advice. |
| • | Medical History Form
Fill out this useful form before you head to your doctor. Your doctor's visit will be much more productive if you can provide accurate information. |
| • | Will a Routine Physical Uncover Every Problem?
There may be misconceptions about what a routine doctor's visit can accomplish and what its limitations may be. |
| • | What Your Doctor Is Saying
Does your doctor speak in "medicalese"? Dr. Rob Shmerling translates medical jargon so conversations with your doctor are informative and empowering. |
| • | What Your Doctor Is Reading
Harvard physicians offer you a snapshot each month of what's making headlines in the medical literature. |
| • | Preparing for Surgery
You don't have to be a passive participant in your surgery. With the right preparation, you can enhance the odds that the procedure will be a success. |
