How can a brain cancer patient prepare for their first visit to the radiation oncologist?

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RobertLustigMD (Physician - Oncology - Radiation (Verified) ) - 06 / 24 / 2012

The radiation oncologist will want to start with some basic information. It is best to have this written down as it makes it less likely that you will forget some.

1. A copy of the prior medical records
2. A CD with copies of all MRIs
3. A copy of the pathology report and the actual slides for review
4. List of all medications
5. List of allergies
6. List of all prior medical conditions
7. List of all prior surgeries.
8. Any diseases that tend to run in the family
9. An outline of all symptoms and complaints prior to diagnosis
10. An outline of current medical problems and complaints
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