Content note: Educational content aligned with publicly available patient materials from the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation and other major IBD education sources. IBDPal is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Foundation. Last reviewed June 2026. Not individual medical advice.

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IBD Doctor Visit Prep

Bring this checklist to gastroenterology visits. Export logs from IBDPal when available.

Before you go

  • ☐ Symptom summary (pain 0–10, stools/day, blood, fever)
  • ☐ Medication list with doses and last refill dates
  • ☐ Weight change or appetite notes
  • ☐ Top 3 questions written down
  • ☐ Insurance card and prior auth status (if on biologics)

Discuss with your clinician

  • ☐ Is my disease active, in remission, or uncertain?
  • ☐ Nutrition labs or vitamin deficiencies?
  • ☐ Adjustments to diet, meds, or scopes?
  • ☐ When should I call or go to urgent care?

After the visit

  • ☐ Note follow-up date and portal messages
  • ☐ Update IBDPal with plan changes

Educational only. Not medical advice. Verify organization details before you rely on them.