Useful checklist

Before you leave your appointment make sure:

• you understand everything that has been said
• you’ve covered everything on your list.
• you know what should happen next – and when. Write it down.

Ask:

• who to contact if you have further problems or questions.
• for copies of letters written about you if you want to see them. You are entitled to see them. There can be a charge for providing them.

After your appointment don’t forget to:

•  write down what you discussed and what should happen next, and keep your notes.
• ask what’s happening if you don't receive your appointment details.
• ask for the results of any test. If you don’t get the results when you expect – ask for them. And it’s okay to ask what the results mean.

Page last edited: 14 December 2012