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Before changing doctors, be sure to read Survivorship A to Z's document What To Do If You Are Considering Switching Doctors

If  you still want to change doctors, consider the following steps, each of which are described in other sections of this document:

Step 1. Find a new doctor before leaving the current doctor.

Step 2. When you interview potential new doctors, let them know you are leaving another doctor and considering switching to their practice.

Step 3. Once a new doctor has agreed to treat you, you'll need to have your medical records forwarded. You can meet with your former doctor and tell her you're leaving and to forward the records, or you can write a letter. You don't have to have a conversation with your current doctor stating that you are leaving, or why.

Step 4. Contact your new doctor to confirm receipt of your records.


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