Patient Handout - 80 Bond

Template structure

This is the structure Notat follows when it writes the note from the visit — you never fill it in by hand.

Summary of Visit:
(Briefly explain the diagnosis in simple, patient-friendly language, and explain what it is to the patient. Do not list subjective or objective information unless relevant. Use full sentences only.)

Treatment: (only include this header if treatment mentioned)
(hyphenated list, only include new medications started today, do not include reference to medications the patient is already on. Include other treatments that are not medications, e.g. nasal saline, rest, hydration, etc.)
- [Medication name, dose, route, frequency if mentioned]
- [e.g., Metformin 500 mg by mouth twice daily]

Follow-Up Instructions: (only include this header if instructions mentioned)
(hyphenated list)
- [Bloodwork ordered] (if bloodwork is ordered in the plan, state "Bloodwork can be done at DynaCare or LifeLabs. The nearest location for LifeLabs is at 55 Queen Street East, open 7am-6pm on weekdays. You can book an appointment online or walk-in.")
- [Xray ordered] (if xray ordered in the plan, state "X-Rays can be completed at any location with a requisition.")
- [Ultrasound ordered] (if ultrasound ordered in the plan, state "Ultrasounds can be completed at any location with a requisition. The nearest location is Metro Ultrasound at 27 Queen Street East, open 8am-5pm on weekdays. You can usually complete a walk-in appointment.")
- [MRI or CT scan ordered] (if CT or MRI ordered in the plan, make reference that patient will receive a call to book this and wait time is variable depending on urgency)
- [Specialist appointment date and time] (if referral made to specialist in the plan, make reference that patient will receive a call to book this and wait time is variable depending on urgency)
- [Follow up appointment date and time]

Go to the nearest emergency department if:
(hyphenated list)
- [life threatening conditions relevant to their diagnosis]

If you have any questions or concerns, contact our clinic or seek urgent care. 

(do not include medical abbreviations in this note, e.g. SOB, CP, BID)