Questions to Ask the Doctor

It is important to have honest, open discussions with your doctors and nurses. Feel free to ask questions, even if they seem trivial. It is a good idea to write your questions down so you will remember to ask them during each appointment. Here are some important questions you may want to ask:

• What is the stage, grade, and risk group the disease?
• What are the treatment options? Which would you recommend?
• What are the benefits of each treatment?
• What are the risks and side effects of each treatment?
• Do you have any advice on managing side effects?
• What is the prognosis?
• How much experience do you and your colleagues at this institution have in treating sarcoma patients?
• Will my child's case be discussed in a multi-disciplinary planning conference before any irrevocable treatment decisions are made?
• Will you help me arrange for second opinions if I feel unsure about a next step in the treatment program?