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How to Protect yourself

from Overtreatment

& Overtesting

Overtreatment and Overtesting may be causing harm to Patient’s physical and emotional health, and to their financial health, too. From unnecessary surgery to drugs, to over-radiation from CT scans, too much of anything is rarely good – and that includes healthcare.

So how can patients be sure they are getting exactly what they need from tests and treatmen? Here are some tips for making sure you are getting the right tests and the right treatment.

1.Be Informed

There is plenty of general information about tests and treatments you can use for any medical decision. By choosing credible websites to read about any diagnosis, you can usually learn all about which tests and procedures are recommended.

2. Choose Hospital wisely

Find out as much as you can about the hospital before you go. If you know someone who’s been to hospital, talk to them. Talk with your treating doctor before your treatment, dozes, side effect, etc.

3. Ask Questions

Question asking can also help you make sure that you are getting exactly the care you need, no more and no less.

4. Second Opinion

If it is recommended that you will need any sort of invasive, difficult or long-term treatment, then a second opinion might be able to help you determine how much testing and treatment will be just right for you.

5. Shared Decision Making

It’s a process based on your values and belief systems,It takes some time to do it right; to be sure you understand everything you need to know about the decision being made, and to be sure the professional who helps you understands your value and belief system.

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