Content note: Educational content aligned with publicly available patient materials from the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation and other major IBD education sources. Content is used under license from the Foundation for patient education; the Foundation does not endorse IBDPal or MediVue products or services. Last reviewed August 2026. Not individual medical advice.

Educational use only. IBDPal does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your gastroenterologist or IBD care team for personal decisions.

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.