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Your orthopaedic appointment checklist

A few notes can help you explain the problem and leave with a clearer plan. Use this before a routine appointment with Dr Shahrukh Khan or another clinician.

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1. Describe the problem in your own words

  • Where do you feel pain, stiffness, swelling or weakness?
  • When did it begin? Was there a fall, injury or change in activity?
  • Which activities have become difficult: walking, stairs, sleep, work or sport?
  • What treatments have you tried, and what changed?

2. Bring the records you already have

  • Previous scans and their written reports, if available.
  • Operation notes, discharge summaries and earlier prescriptions.
  • A current medication list, including supplements, and known allergies.
  • Relevant health conditions and previous injuries.

Ask the appointment team if they need anything specific. Do not arrange new imaging or stop medicines merely to complete this checklist; discuss those decisions with your clinician.

3. Choose the questions that matter to you

  • What is the likely cause of my symptoms? Is anything still uncertain?
  • Would a test change the treatment decision?
  • What non-surgical and surgical options are relevant to me?
  • What are the likely benefits, limitations and risks?
  • What may I do at work, at home and during exercise?
  • What costs, follow-up appointments or rehabilitation should I plan for?
  • Which symptoms should prompt urgent help, and who should I contact?

4. Confirm the right clinic

Sanjeevan Hospital, Daryaganj: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 12 PM–3 PM.

Apollo Spectra, Karol Bagh: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12 PM–3 PM.

Dashvanth Healthcare, Geeta Colony: Monday–Saturday, 5 PM–8 PM.

Appointment calls: 92173 28011, 12 PM–8 PM. WhatsApp 97117 35864. Confirm the location and time before travelling.

5. Write down the next step

Before leaving, check that you understand the agreed plan, follow-up timing and contact route for further questions. Ask for an explanation if an instruction is unclear.

This preparation aid is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. For an emergency, attend the nearest emergency department rather than waiting for a routine slot.

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