There are many reasons you may be going to see a rheumatologist for the first time. You likely have symptoms like joint pain and stiffness, fever, fatigue, or issues with your muscles, veins, or skin.

If you've tried to lose weight for a while, you may have some anxiety about what to expect. It's normal to be nervous before your first appointment. At your first appointment, your doctor will talk ...

Making your first doctor’s appointment can feel like a big step and may leave you feeling like you don’t know where to start. However, taking time to prepare and understanding what to expect can help ...

During your first visit, your oncologist will explain more about your breast cancer, such as the type and where exactly the cancer may be. The two of you will review your treatment options, and which ...

Your first appointment is a time for you and your physician to meet. You might meet your advanced practice provider, too. Before this visit, your physician will have already met with a group of ...

Going to the doctor for the first time on your own can be stressful. You may feel anxiety, concern, or fear. A little preparation can help build confidence and ensure your appointment goes well.

University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Stephen Mitchell, DMD, professor of pediatric dentistry in the School of Dentistry, answers questions about when to book a child’s first appointment and how to ...

You’ve taken the leap and scheduled a first appointment with a therapist. Maybe it’s your first-ever session with anyone, or your last session was years ago, or you’re nervous about switching to a new ...

At her first prenatal appointment for her first pregnancy, Shana Westlake of Beacon, New York, remembers entering her OB-GYN’s office full of anxiety. “They took my blood pressure, and it was through ...