The right preparation can transform a 20-minute oncology appointment into clarity, confidence, and a concrete plan. Jennifer Omholt shares practical strategies for getting the most from every medical visit: creating a comprehensive medical profile, bringing a trusted companion, recording conversations (with permission), and keeping a side-effects journal between appointments. You’ll also learn the essential questions to ask your oncologist, surgeon, and radiation oncologist so you leave each appointment with a clear understanding of your diagnosis, treatment options, and next steps. From JUST DIAGNOSED: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating Cancer by Jennifer Omholt — journalist and 24-year stage 3 breast cancer survivor. Foreword by Debu Tripathy, MD (MD Anderson Cancer Center). Distributed by Simon & Schuster.