Going to a Physiatrist for the first time

first visit is usually the longest as they ask alot of questions to get an idea how bad your panic attacks are what meds your on what if any meds that you have tried. I know or me the first time i went i put myself into such a bad panic and it was a great visit. so as usual i worked myself up over nothing. my Pdoc is great and i can't imagine what i would do without him, just like i don't know how i would of made it the last week without all off you. i wish you all the best and hope to hear how things went. Rose

Best wishes for both of your appointments! Write things down that are of the most concern to you, and that you don't want to forget to mention. Be as honest and relaxed as possible. Give yourself permission to pause and think before you answer...it's okay to say, "Let me think about that for a second", that way you don't end up blurting out something just to give an answer!

I am sure that you will have a positive experience...but if you don't and feel like you are not comfortable with your doctor/therapist...it is perfectly okay to shop around! You need to feel a connection and trust with this person in order to make progress.:)

Let us know how it goes!

S.C.