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AnxietyAidTools

Evidence-based mental health tools
Self-Paced / Optional

Appointment Notes

Prepare questions and notes for a medical appointment.

Anxiety & Worry
Beginner
Self-Paced / Optional
Appointment Notes
Pro download PDF & PNG

Overview

Print for offline use during therapy or self-practice

Printable PDF and PNG formats are also available in your dashboard

When to Use

  • Before a routine visit when you have questions or symptoms to discuss.
  • When you want to prioritize concerns because appointment time may be limited.
  • After a visit when you want to remember what was agreed or clarify a question.

How to Use

  1. 1
    Write who you are seeing, the date and your main reason; list questions and mark your priorities.
  2. 2
    Note symptoms, when they began and how often they occur; choose items to bring.
  3. 3
    During the visit, make brief notes and select any questions about explanations, results or changes.
  4. 4
    Afterward, record decisions, your next action and anything still unclear.

Appointments can move quickly, especially when you have several concerns. A short list can help you bring up your priorities and ask for explanations in words you understand.

The page follows a visit before, during and after: prepare questions and symptom details, record what you hear, and keep the decisions, next steps and anything still unclear together. Use it with a support person if you wish.

Optional and private. This page is not medical advice and does not diagnose anything. New, severe or worrying symptoms need a health professional. In an emergency, contact your local emergency services.

Research & References

  • NHS. What to ask your doctor or other healthcare professional.