Specialties & ConditionsTransitioning to Adult CarePlanning to Transition to Adult Care Find Adult Healthcare Providers
Find Adult Healthcare Providers
One of the hardest parts of transitioning may be finding the right doctors to care for you as an adult. Below are a few tips to make your search as easy as possible.
- Start early − a year or two before your 18th birthday
- Be sure to ask your current doctors about their transition policy
- Talk to friends and others who have a similar condition or situation, including disease-specific organizations
- Contact your current insurance provider for suggestions
- Download and review our “Do You Have Adult Doctors?” worksheet: English | Español
Prepare for Your First Visit
Typical things to do before a first appointment include:
- Transfer your medical records to the new doctor's office
- Bring a portable medical summary
- Be prepared to ask and answer questions about medications and more