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A little preparation can help your consultation time go further. Many people find it useful to write down current symptoms, prior treatments, medications with doses and timing, and the goals that matter most.
Records that may help include recent notes from relevant providers, pharmacy history, laboratory or imaging results when available, referral notes, and insurance information. Not every item applies to every person. Staff can help identify what is most important after your request is reviewed.
Bring what you have; you do not need to assemble a perfect file before reaching out. The first administrative conversation helps organize practical next steps, and a psychiatric provider discusses clinical questions during an evaluation.