When you arrange an ENT appointment for your child, keep the practical details and your questions together. You do not need to write a medical history in technical words.
Confirm who and where
Check the hospital, doctor and appointment arrangement directly with the hospital. Ask who should attend with your child and whether any paperwork is needed.
Write down your questions
Use short questions that you can find quickly during the appointment.
- What do I want to ask about my child's visit?
- Which explanation would I like the doctor to repeat?
- Are there any practical arrangements I need to discuss with the hospital?
Prepare the papers you were asked for
Keep any appointment message and the documents the hospital requested in one folder. If a document is unavailable, tell the staff. This checklist does not say which tests your child needs.
Include your child's questions
If your child wants to ask something, write it down in their words. You can ask the doctor to explain unfamiliar terms. Use the Contact page to confirm the visit before travelling.