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How to Get the Most Out of an IBD Appointment (What I Learned the Hard Way)

Ten-minute appointments go fast, and for years I walked out of mine having said the wrong things or asked nothing at all. Here's what I do differently now - and why being honest with your team matters more than anything.

1 August 2026·6 min read

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