Organiztion - Step One

I often see organization as one of the biggest missing pieces in the health and wellness space. Sure, we’re told WHAT to do—but HOW do we actually do it? And how do we keep track of it all?

Getting and staying organized has given me peace of mind—and, more importantly, it’s my strongest tool in combating bias. I’ve found that when I show up to appointments prepared and engaged—rather than as a passive participant—healthcare providers take me more seriously. They work with me instead of just giving me the "lose weight and come back" advice.

It’s easy to rely on doctors' offices to track everything for us, but with the state of our healthcare system, it’s wise to stay on top of things yourself. Your doctor is overworked, rushed, and saving lives left and right. They don’t always have the bandwidth to do what you need for a chronic condition. Plus, you’ll see different healthcare providers over the years, and you’ll want to easily loop them in—without spending hours chasing down medical records.

Choose a System That Works for YOU.

I like to approach my health organization with a project management outlook—that’s what works for me and my brain chemistry. I use Notion, and I LOVE IT.

Some people find success with Google Suite, their Notes app, or simply a notebook. Whatever you choose, commit to it and keep everything in one place. Don’t set up your system in Google and then store health info in three other places throughout the year. You want to be able to reference things at a moment’s notice—especially when your doctor asks if you’ve had a certain test. Their time is precious—and so is yours.

Your Organization System Should Include:

• A spreadsheet of all your bloodwork history (free Google Sheets template here!)

• A list of all current and past doctors, their specialties, and their contact/portal info

• Your health, eye, and dental insurance information

• A list of all your care team members (think acupuncturists, nutritionists, therapists, health coaches, etc.)

• A folder for your medical records (PDFs or printouts)

• A list of your current medications and supplements, plus what you’ve tried in the past

• A folder for notes you take during and after each doctor appointment

• An easily accessible list of everything you’re currently doing to care for your PCOS

That’s your homework. If it feels too daunting, I’d be happy to help! Set up a free consultation, and we can get started.

Always rooting for you,

Liv