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Consultation Quality Indicators Signs of Good Consultation: Provider reviewed your information thoroughly Asked about contraindications specifically Explained medication options clearly Discussed risks and benefits Answered all your questions Provided clear next steps Scheduled follow-up care Red Flags: Rushed through consultation Didnt ask about thyroid cancer history Auto-approved everyone Avoided questions Pushed specific expensive option No follow-up plan mentioned Legitimate providers take consultations seriously and make appropriate medical decisions
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