Participation in your Healthcare

At Graham Health System, YOU are at the center of your care. The best health outcomes are achieved when you participate in your own health care. We encourage you to speak up with your needs, concerns, preferences or even questions. You and your doctors should make decisions as a team.

As a patient, you should take time to think about your health goals. Ask yourself and be prepared to share with your health care provider:

• How you define a good quality of life?
• What matters most to you when it comes to your health?

Bring the following items to your appointments:

• A list of your current symptoms and concerns
• All of your current medications including vitamins, supplements and herbs (a list or the containers, either will work)

If you are a new patient or had tests at a facility outside of Graham, bring any pertinent medical records as well as any laboratory or imaging results.

Important Tips to Keep you Healthy

• Be open and honest
• Take your medications as prescribed
• Ensure your allergies are known
• Share your family history
• Follow your doctor’s recommendations about diet, exercise, rest, and tobacco & alcohol use
• Feel comfortable talking to your healthcare provider about anything
• Let the doctor know if you’ve noticed any changes in your health since your last visit, like appetite, energy levels, bathroom habits, or ability to sleep. Don’t assume anything you’ve experienced is unimportant.