[Blindtlk] getting around a doctor's office

[Hyde, David W. (ESC)]

Navigating a doctor's office is no different from getting around any other place. If you are just starting out, taking someone's arm is a useful solution. It may not be the best solution for you. I have a doctor in a big clinic. When I get to the reception area, when they call my name, I tell the nurse to talk. Most of them have no problem with that. I follow them using a cane. If I am having a discussion with them, it is easier to take their arm. I still use a cane when I do this. It gives me some control, and finds those things which they may not see. 

Independence is desirable, and important. It does not mean the same thing to all of us and may differ depending upon the situation. Finally, it may not always mean the same thing to you, depending upon what you're doing.

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From: blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of RJ Sandefur
Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 8:34 PM
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Subject: [Blindtlk] getting around a doctors office

My sister took me to see my doctor, and when they called my name, I reached for her arm and she told me to use my cane. The mobility instructor says she should not have done this. My sister suggested I inquire about learning how to navigate the doctors office, but the mobility instructor says that would be a waste of time, and when I told my sister this, she asked, "What would you do if I wasn't around?" I have mobility tomorrow. How should I bring this issue up to him? His name is Steve. When you go to a new doctor, How do you fill out the new pasent form? I'm learning all this stuff. RJ _______________________________________________
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