What to Expect from your First Appointment

This is just a short introduction to help you feel more at ease and prepared for our first appointment:

Patients often say to me that they feel very nervous attending their first appointment so if this is how you feel, please don’t feel alone, as this is quite normal.

Arrival

The practice is situated at 16 Collindale Avenue, Beverley Grove, Port Elizabeth. Please see the map for directions. 

PLEASE NOTE: I do not have a waiting room, for privacy and respect for other clients, please wait outside my practice in your car until I come and fetch you.

What to expect at your first appointment

When you come for your first appointment you can expect to spend 60 -90 mins at my practice. I will enquire about your medical history and if so applicable, your sexual history in order to get as much information as I can to make an accurate diagnoses and to recommend a treatment plan.

I am very direct in my approach, but also give my patients the right to say “pass” if they feel that I am asking questions that intrude too much on their privacy. 

However, I encourage patients to be as honest and open as possible.  Based on your particular concerns, I might refer you to a GP to undergo a physical examination and a series of tests as many concerns are side-effects of other health issues. 

What you should bring with you to your first appointment?

If you have new medical test results or medical records that are relevant to your sexual health issues, please bring these with you. Also it is always helpful to bring a list of any medication that you may be on.

Bring a form of ID as well as your medical aid card if applicable.  Unfortunately we do not have a credit card facility available. 

Should you bring your partner?

I welcome and encourage you to bring your partner with you whenever possible.

I always assure my patients of the confidentiality of any information received, as I know that talking about your relationship and especially your sexual concerns could be sensitive to both of you.

Please know that I value and respect the fact that you are sharing with me the most intimate information about your relationship. It is therefore important for you to know that I am very discreet and respectful about the information that you share in my rooms.

I assure you of confidentiality at all times

Due to the fact that Port Elizabeth is a small town, I might bump into you at a shopping centre at some point, or in another social setting.

If this happens, it is completely up to you whether you want to greet me or not. I know that people are curious by nature and I would hate to have to put you in an awkward situation with your peers. However, if you have no problem in greeting me, I would love to say “hello”.

PLEASE NOTE: If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please advise so at least 48 hours before your scheduled appointment time to avoid being charged for your session.