During your initial visit, the doctor will explain the specific test or procedure you want, help you visualize the results and go over the risks. He may do a physical examination and ask you a few questions. Once you go and have the test done then he will decide what your diagnosis and appropriate treatment should be.
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect during first visit ?
What should I bring with me when I come for a scheduled office appointment ?
A referral from your General Practitioner or family doctor.
All pertinent cardiology reports and test results from your primary care or referring physician.
A list of all medications that you are currently taking
A list of any known drug allergies and the symptoms you may have from taking these medicines
If you have had surgery elsewhere, please bring a copy of your operation report.
Do I need a referral to make an appointment ?
Most medical specialists will accept only referred patients. This is partly to try to ensure that the specialist you are seeing is appropriate for you and your condition.
Are my medical records kept private and confidential ?
Your medical file is handled with the utmost respect for your privacy. Our staff are bound by strict confidentiality requirements as a condition of employment regarding your medical records. Ordinarily we will not release the contents of your medical file without your consent.
How can MK Medical SDS help me to obtain specialist medical care ?
Before seeing any medical specialist, it is always preferable to talk your us or your family doctor, who can discuss your condition with you and advise on whether any specialist care is appropriate. If it is, he or she can help you to choose the specialist best suited to your needs. Your family doctor can help the specialist to care for you better by providing relevant information about your health. Communicating with the specialist will also enable your family doctor to care for you better during and after your specialist treatment.