#163: Tips for Getting What You Need From Your Endo

When was your last appointment with your endocrinologist? Did you feel that your doctor allowed you to set the agenda for the appointment and genuinely listened to your concerns?

While there’s no excuse for a subpar diabetes care team, it doesn’t mean that all hope is lost. With a little advocacy and asserting your own agenda, it’s possible to ensure your needs are met by your endocrinologist.

Laura’s daughter was diagnosed with T1D in 2020, and since then, they’ve encountered challenges in getting their diabetes care team to genuinely listen to them. Laura has developed some creative strategies to address her daughter’s needs. In this episode of the LiveFree with T1D podcast, I provide guidance to Laura on how she can advocate for her daughter and herself, even when the doctor may not be receptive to changing their approach.

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