Patient Information
Your Visit
Preparing for your consultation helps the appointment run smoothly. Below you’ll find guidance on what to bring, what to expect, and when to seek urgent care instead.
Before You Come In
What to Bring
- Identification — National ID or Iqama.
- Insurance — your insurance card, if applicable.
- Imaging — any X-rays, MRI, or CT scans on CD or via an access link. If imaging was done elsewhere, request a copy before your visit.
- Medical records — previous reports, operative notes, or discharge summaries related to your condition.
- Medication list — current medications with doses; note any allergies.
- Questions — write down anything you want to ask; it’s easy to forget during the consultation.
What to Expect
During Your Appointment
01
History & Examination
Questions about your symptoms, how they started, and how they affect daily life — followed by a physical examination.
02
Imaging Review
Any imaging you bring is reviewed. If more is needed, you’re referred for the appropriate study.
03
Discussion of Findings
Professor Al-Othman explains the findings and the diagnosis in clear terms, and what it means for you.
04
Treatment Plan
A written plan — further tests, physiotherapy, medication, or surgical planning — tailored to your condition and goals.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need imaging before my first visit?
If you already have imaging, bring it. If you don’t, imaging is only requested when clinically appropriate after the examination — not all conditions require imaging.
Can I request a second opinion?
Yes. Bring your reports, imaging, and any operative notes so your case can be reviewed efficiently. Second opinions are a normal part of medical care, especially for surgical decisions. See our second opinion checklist for exactly what to bring.
Do you offer non-surgical options?
Yes. Many orthopaedic conditions improve with staged care: physiotherapy, pain management, lifestyle modification, or injections. Surgery is considered when conservative options are not sufficient, or when the condition requires urgent intervention.
How do I prepare for surgery if it is recommended?
You’ll receive a pre-operative plan covering required tests, medication guidance, and expected recovery steps. The surgical coordinator will walk you through the process.
What languages are available?
Consultations are available in Arabic and English.
Urgent Care
Seek Emergency Care
Do not wait for a scheduled appointment if you have any of the following. Go to an emergency department immediately:
- Sudden severe weakness in both legs
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Numbness in the groin, inner thighs, or buttocks (saddle anaesthesia)
- Fever combined with severe back pain
- A recent serious injury with suspected fracture or dislocation
- Rapidly worsening pain with swelling, redness, or warmth in a limb
These may indicate cauda equina syndrome, spinal infection, compartment syndrome, or other conditions that require immediate treatment.
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Our Services
The full range of orthopaedic care — spine, joints, trauma, sports, and more.