Arrive prepared. Leave with answers.

The night before

• Lay out all reports in chronological order
• Write a short symptom diary, when, how long, what triggered it
• Note questions you do not want to forget
• Charge your phone if reports are stored digitally

The morning of the visit

• A light meal an hour before, unless asked to fast
• Take regular medication, unless specifically stopped
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing
• Arrive 10 minutes early to settle in

During the consult

• Ask before agreeing to a test
• Ask for the plan to be written down
• Bring a relative for older patients