Check you understood your appointment.
A printable checklist of the questions to answer after seeing a doctor, covering your condition, treatment, tests, daily life and what happens next.
It is common to leave an appointment unsure about part of what was said. Ticking through the checklist shows what you understand and what you still need to ask.
Download the PDFFree · A4 PDF · no email needed
Prefer the app? Record and review your appointments with Advoca.
What it helps you do
- Check you understand your condition in plain English
- Make sure you know how and when to take your treatment
- Know when to expect test results and who to chase
- Know the warning signs that mean you need help urgently
- Turn anything you are unsure about into a follow-up list
How to use it
- 1After your appointment, read each question and tick “I understand this” or “Not sure”.
- 2For every “Not sure”, add the question number to My follow-up list.
- 3Note who to ask: your doctor, nurse, pharmacist or Advoca.
- 4Tick each item off once you have your answer.
What's on the sheet
- My condition: 5 questions
- My medication or treatment: 7 questions
- Tests and results: 3 questions
- Day-to-day life: 3 questions
- What happens next: 4 questions, including warning signs
- My follow-up list, with who to ask
Prefer not to use paper?
Advoca can record your appointment and explain it in plain English afterwards, so you can check what was said and turn unanswered questions into a plan for next time.
Free to download. Advoca supports your care and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Questions
What is the after-appointment checklist for?
It helps you check that you understand your diagnosis, treatment, tests and next steps, and collects anything you are unsure about into one follow-up list.
When should I use it?
As soon as you can after an appointment, while it is fresh. You can also take it with you and work through it before you leave the room.
Can I print it?
Yes. It is an A4 PDF, designed to be printed. If your printer uses US Letter paper, choose “Fit to page” in the print settings.
Is this medical advice?
No. The sheet helps you record information and prepare for appointments. It does not diagnose or treat anything, and it does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. If symptoms are severe or getting worse quickly, seek medical help.
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