When you have asthma, getting the right treatment from a doctor who truly understands the ins and outs of managing asthma effectively is one of the most important factors in staying healthy. But it’s also important that you feel comfortable with and trust your doctor. And that’s hard to achieve sometimes in today’s restrictive healthcare environment or when you feel the need to pick a doctor in an emergency, or at least highly urgent, situation.

Luckily, our Cold & Flu Guide, Kristina Duda, has written a great article on just how to do that! It’s called How to Find a Doctor When You Are Sick, and I highly recommend it. If you’re worried about being able to communicate effectively with your new doctor, check out my Tips for Talking with Your Doctor article.

Trisha Torrey, our Patient Empowerment Guide, has also written an article on Finding Dr. Right, about finding a doctor who is a good match for your needs and communication style.

It’s important for you to recognize that you have both the right and the responsibility to become an active participant in your care. And that starts with picking a doctor who feels the same.

More on Working With Doctors:

• When to See an Asthma Specialist
• Types of Asthma Specialists