PATIENT INFORMATION

Make an informed decision.

Useful questions for a conversation about your care.

Understand the choices

Ask why a treatment is being suggested, what alternatives are available and what may happen if you wait. You can ask for more explanation before making a decision.

Discuss benefits and risks

Treatment outcomes vary. Discuss the possible benefits, risks and limitations in your own circumstances; a general success figure cannot predict an individual result.

Ask about the full cost

Ask for an explanation of consultation, tests, medicines and procedure charges, including any additional stages that may have separate costs.

Bring someone if it helps

You may want a partner or trusted person with you to listen, remember information and discuss your questions. Ask the chamber about arrangements for your visit.

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