What to Bring to Your First Orthopedic Consultation

A Well-Prepared Consultation = A More Efficient Consultation

Coming prepared for your first orthopedic consultation saves time and helps us reach a clear treatment plan faster. Here’s what’s useful to bring with you.

Imaging/Tests to Bring (If You Already Have Them)

• Recent X-rays of the painful area
• MRI (if you have one—it's not mandatory)
• Recent blood tests (CBC, ESR, CRP, glucose—helpful, not mandatory)
• Medical letters from other doctors

Administrative Documents

• National ID card and health card (if your consultation uses a referral from the Romanian public insurance (CAS))
• Referral from your family doctor (only needed for CAS coverage)
• Insurance policy (if you have one)

Useful Information to Prepare

• How long has the problem been going on?
• What treatments have you tried?
• What medications are you taking?
• How does it affect your life?
• Any known allergies?

Practical Tips

• Wear clothing that allows for examination of the affected area
• If you have difficulty walking, please come with a companion
• Write down any questions you want to ask

What Questions to Ask Your Doctor

• What exactly is my diagnosis?
• How advanced is it?
• What are my treatment options?
• What happens if I do nothing?
• Do I need any additional tests?
• When should I follow up?

For context, see the dedicated page on knee replacement, and if you want to go deeper, read abouthow to choose the surgeon for a joint replacement and aboutthe complete guide to hip osteoarthritis.

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