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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As a parent of a child with a serious health condition here is my take. Health issues something where you need to divide and conquer as a family. And you need to recognize when you actually need a favor or grace from your employer.

Here you are looking at an appointment for a test. You aren’t getting a diagnosis. You won’t get any information. They probably won’t talk to you at all. Depending on the test you won’t even be in the room. You don’t need to be there. Don’t waste your favors when it doesn’t count.

And if you carry the health insurance, don’t put your job at risk.

Sorry you’re going through this. I hope the results are as good as can be expected. [/quote]

I have been dealing with a family member who has been going through an ongoing health crisis for the better part of this year and I very much agree with this PP.  This could be a marathon and you need to work out a support system for appointments, etc. and figure out when/how you can show up for work and when you really need to miss.  Can someone else (spouse?) go to this appointment?  Can you record the presentation?  (I love that suggestion.)

Depending on your company size and if things get more complicated with your child (which I hope they don't for you), you may want to look into your leave policies, including taking FMLA.  I ended up using this to adjust to a part-time/flex schedule and appreciated the flexibility (and, frankly, protection) that it gave me.  [/quote]

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