When requesting a note from your doctor, remember that it is a HIPAA violation for your doctor to disclose your medical information without your approval. So unless you want to give your doctor approval to discuss your medical information with the company, just ask your doctor for a note stating "Mr XXX was under my care on XX Dec 09".

Normal discussions with your doctor usually concern continuing well being and methods to use for regular sick feelings that do not rise to the level of being seen by the doctor. Get lots of rest. Take it easy for a few days. Eat bland food until your stomach feels better. Keep hydrated. Elevate the injury. Ice for the first 24 Hrs. Watch what you eat. Stop smoking. Etc. Following your doctors advice means you are under their care. Just my opinion.