Sample Questions Your Healthcare Provider May Ask You
Not only will you have questions for your healthcare provider, but they will also have questions for
you. It is important to give your provider as much information as possible to allow for the best health
assessment. Below is a list of sample questions you might be asked. You may want to write down
notes for your responses on the allocated spaces under each question.
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Questions About Your Medical History
1. When was the last time you saw a healthcare provider?
2. Have you discussed your weight with a healthcare provider in the past?
3. When did you last have blood work done?
4. What medications do you currently take (over-the-counter, prescription, vitamins or supplements)?
5. What conditions have you been diagnosed with in the past?
6. Do other members of your family have issues with weight or weight-related conditions like high
blood pressure or diabetes?
Questions About Your Lifestyle
1. How long have you struggled with your weight?
2. Have you tried to lose weight in the past?
3. Why do you think you regained weight?
4. Have you undergone any life experiences that contributed to your excess weight?
5. What do you think about your current weight? Why do you think you have a weight issue?
6. What prevents you from eating a healthier diet? For example, are you on the road a lot?
7. How physically active are you? What do you like to do for physical activity?
8. Do you think you have feelings of depression because of your weight?
9. Why are you concerned about your weight?
10. What is the main reason you want to take control of your weight?
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