Originally Posted by Kaitin

I emailed my dad some replies in the thread. He said a copy in the medical records for each doctor is a great idea. Good point, Reba!

He said also to send the letter a few days before the appointment and bring a copy to the appointment also. If you send before the appointment, he suggested the change:

From (old): Thank you for agreeing to see me today to discuss my medical concerns. In order to have an effective conversation and meaningful patient-doctor relationship, I need to inform you that I am deaf.

To (new): Thank you for agreeing to see me on __________* to discuss my medical concerns. In order to have an effective conversation and meaningful patient-doctor relationship, I need to inform you that I am deaf.

________* Put the appointment date on the line. Then mail before the appointment so the doctor can have interpreter at the visit. Bring a copy to the appointment in case the doctor didn't get the mail copy.