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Aftercare & Results

Aftercare & Results

After your appointment, your consultant may provide a diagnosis or working diagnosis, recommend investigations, prescribe treatment, or arrange follow-up.

Results may be provided by:

  • Follow-up appointment
  • Written clinic letter or summary
  • Telephone or secure email communication
Timescales for results vary depending on the investigation. You will be advised where possible.

Aftercare & Results

After your appointment, your consultant may provide a diagnosis or working diagnosis, recommend investigations, prescribe treatment, or arrange follow-up.

Results may be provided by:

  • Follow-up appointment
  • Written clinic letter or summary
  • Telephone or secure email communication
Timescales for results vary depending on the investigation. You will be advised where possible.

If a result is urgent or unexpected, the clinic will attempt to contact you using the details provided.

If you have undergone a procedure, you will receive aftercare instructions covering:

  • Wound care
  • Medication advice
  • Activity restrictions
  • When to seek medical advice
Some patients require onward care, which may involve follow-up at the clinic, shared care with your GP, referral to another specialist, or referral back into NHS services.