patient handout

[topic of handout] (e.g., Managing Your Diabetes. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit completely.) This handout contains key information from today's consultation and general advice for managing your health. Diagnosis / Main Concern: [diagnosis or main concern] (Insert diagnosis or main concern exactly as stated by the clinician. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit completely.) Date: [date of consultation] (Use format DD/MM/YYYY. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit completely.) Summary of Today's Discussion: [plain-language summary of what was explained to the patient] (Use plain, simple language that a non-medical reader can understand. Avoid jargon unless it was used and explained in the consultation. Keep sentences short. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit section entirely.) Recommended Next Steps: [instructions, follow-ups, prescriptions, or home care advice] (List all instructions provided. If none, write "No specific instructions provided today." Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note. If no instructions were given, write "No specific instructions provided today.") Lifestyle Advice: [lifestyle advice discussed including diet, exercise, sleep habits, or other lifestyle modifications] (If lifestyle advice was discussed, insert it here. If none was discussed, omit this heading entirely. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit section entirely.) Follow-up: [timeframe or exact date of next appointment] (Insert timeframe or exact date of next appointment given during consultation. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit completely.) Emergency Advice: If you experience [red flag symptoms], seek urgent medical attention immediately. (Insert red flag symptoms mentioned today. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit section entirely.) Resources: [websites, pamphlets, or trusted resources] (List any websites, pamphlets, or trusted resources given today. If none, remove this section entirely. Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit section entirely.) Contact us at [clinic phone number and/or email] if you have any questions. (Only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise omit section completely.) (Never make up medical advice, instructions, or information that was not explicitly discussed in the consultation. Use plain, simple language that a non-medical reader can understand. Avoid medical jargon unless it was used and explained in the consultation. Remove any section if there is no information for it - do not leave empty headings. Only include advice or resources mentioned or provided in the consultation.)