How much time should pass between the diagnostic visit and the case presentation appointment? At least a week. This interval is the most often shortcut and the most consequential to protect. It serves multiple functions. The doctor needs time to study the findings, build the treatment options, prepare the case presentation materials, and rehearse the conversation. Skipping this preparation produces sloppy presentations and lower acceptance rates. The patient needs time to mentally prepare for a significant decision and to involve their veto-holder if they will not be attending. The patient and veto-holder need time to begin thinking about how to fund [...]

How much time should pass between the diagnostic visit and the case presentation appointment? At least a week. This interval is the most often shortcut and the most consequential to protect. It serves multiple functions. The doctor needs time to study the findings, build the treatment options, prepare the case presentation materials, and rehearse the conversation. Skipping this preparation produces sloppy presentations and lower acceptance rates. The patient needs time to mentally prepare for a significant decision and to involve their veto-holder if they will not be attending. The patient and veto-holder need time to begin thinking about how to fund [...]

How much time should pass between the diagnostic visit and the case presentation appointment? At least a week. This interval is the most often shortcut and the most consequential to protect. It serves multiple functions. The doctor needs time to study the findings, build the treatment options, prepare the case presentation materials, and rehearse the conversation. Skipping this preparation produces sloppy presentations and lower acceptance rates. The patient needs time to mentally prepare for a significant decision and to involve their veto-holder if they will not be attending. The patient and veto-holder need time to begin thinking about how to fund [...]