Jennifer writes: "Consider sending a
consult note to the baby's doctor. These are usually routine from medical
specialists (and often "paraprofessionals" in practice) and are a great way
to update the primary care doc about what has gone on with the patient, as
well as to educate. I personally learn alot from referral letters, and you
can phrase things in such a way ("as you probably know,") that even a
defensive doc probably will be receptive. You could include an article if
applicable. I'd probably start with "Thanks for referring so and so for her
such and such..." --even if the doc didn't refer the patient, the seed will
be planted. At the end of the note I'd encourage them to call if you
can..."

This is wonderful advice!!!  It brings a new level of professionalism to
the service you are providing.  Keep in mind that this is one  of the ways
that docs teach docs on a case by case basis.  It is an opportunity too
good  to miss -- thank you Jennifer!

Gail
Gail S. Hertz, MD, IBCLC
Resident,  Dept. of Pediatrics
PSGHS Children's Hospital
Hershey  PA
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