consultation

Introduction

A deliberation between physicians on a case or its treatment.

Procedure

• generally includes:
  • a detailed medical history
  • a detailed physical examination
  • medical decision making
  • counseling &/or coordination of care with other providers or agencies

Notes

• recommendations should be legible
• explanation of recommendations

More general terms

• analysis

More specific terms

• electronic consultation
• palliative care consultation
• pathology consultation
• radiation physics consultation
• risk for fracture communicated

Components

• recommendation