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Advocacy Consulting Services

Schedule Your Advocacy Consulting Session with Dr. Doreen Parkhurst

Take charge of your healthcare decisions by booking an appointment with Dr. Doreen C. Parkhurst, a trusted patient advocate. With over 30 years of experience in emergency medicine, Dr. Parkhurst brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to each consultation. Her advocacy consulting services are designed to help you navigate complex medical situations, ensuring that you understand your options and make choices that align with your values and needs.

Whether you’re dealing with a new diagnosis, considering treatment options, or a better understanding of your condition, Dr. Parkhurst is available to guide you every step of the way. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step towards informed, confident healthcare decisions.

Book Your Free 30-Minute Virtual Consultation On Zoom

Start your journey to better health with a no-cost, 30-minute consultation. This session is designed to introduce you to our services and discuss your unique medical needs.

During your free consultation, you can discuss your goals and expectations of a patient advocate. No two patients are alike. Patients may have very different needs. They may need short-term help, longer term advocacy, emergency advocacy. Tasks required of an advocate may differ. This will be discussed.

Disclaimer: Dr. Doreen Parkhurst serves as a patient advocate, where she focuses on patient education and consulting. It is crucial to understand that in this role, she is not practicing medicine. Dr. Parkhurst will not provide prescriptions, order diagnostic tests, or administer treatments. Furthermore, she does not offer formal second opinions. Her advocacy services are designed to assist patients in navigating the healthcare system, always maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and patient privacy laws.

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Do You Have Questions? We've Got Answers

Our FAQ section is designed to help you find the answers you need about our services and how we can assist you in your healthcare journey.

Q1: Who needs a patient advocate, and why?

Everyone should have a patient advocate, such as a partner or close friend, to help during medical appointments. They assist in taking notes, asking questions, and ensuring that all important issues are addressed.

Q2: What is a healthcare proxy's role in patient care?

A healthcare proxy is appointed to make decisions on a patient’s behalf when they are unable to do so themselves. This is vital in situations involving end-of-life care or when the patient is incapacitated and unable to make decisions.

Q3: What professional advocates are available to assist patients?

There are various professional advocates, including nurse advocates who assist in hospitals and specialists who handle insurance and benefits. Each provides essential support in navigating healthcare challenges.

Q4: What services does Dr. Parkhurst offer as a patient advocate?

Dr. Parkhurst assists patients by helping them understand their medical conditions, evaluate treatment options, and make informed decisions. She is particularly helpful during critical healthcare decisions and helping families deal with difficult situations of their loved ones.