Consultation
A meeting with an expert or professional, such as a doctor or specialist, in order to seek advice or information.
Examples
3 of 5The first consultation is usually free.
The first meeting with the expert usually costs nothing.
A surgical consultation is required before we can schedule the procedure.
You must meet with the surgeon before we can set a date for the operation.
I had a quick consultation with the pharmacist about these pills.
I had a brief talk with the druggist about this medicine.
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
To 'consult' is to 'ask'. A consultation is an 'asking meeting'.
Quick Quiz
The doctor is currently in ____ with another patient.
Correct!
The correct answer is: consultation
Examples
The first consultation is usually free.
everydayThe first meeting with the expert usually costs nothing.
A surgical consultation is required before we can schedule the procedure.
formalYou must meet with the surgeon before we can set a date for the operation.
I had a quick consultation with the pharmacist about these pills.
informalI had a brief talk with the druggist about this medicine.
Patient-centered consultations have been shown to improve health outcomes.
academicMeetings where the doctor focuses on the patient's needs lead to better health.
The hospital is charging a higher fee for specialist consultations.
businessThe medical center is asking for more money for meetings with experts.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
in consultation with
working together or after seeking advice from
consultation paper
a document used to get people's opinions (formal)
telephone consultation
a medical meeting held over the phone
Often Confused With
An appointment is just the time slot; a consultation is the actual meeting for advice.
Usage Notes
Often used in professional contexts (medicine, law, business).
Common Mistakes
Learners often say 'have a consult', which is medical jargon. In standard English, use 'have a consultation'.
Memory Tip
To 'consult' is to 'ask'. A consultation is an 'asking meeting'.
Word Origin
From Latin 'consultatio'.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In many countries, you need a consultation with a GP before you can see a specialist.
Quick Quiz
The doctor is currently in ____ with another patient.
Correct!
The correct answer is: consultation
Related Vocabulary
More health words
doctor
A1A doctor is a person who has been trained in medicine and is qualified to treat people who are ill or injured. They examine patients, give advice on health problems, and prescribe medication when necessary.
medicine
A2Medicine is a substance used to treat, prevent, or cure an illness or injury. It can also refer to the science and practice of diagnosing and treating patients to improve their health.
exercise
A2Physical activity that you do to make your body strong and healthy. It can include activities like running, swimming, or going to the gym to improve your fitness.
hospital
A1A hospital is a large building where doctors and nurses provide medical care for people who are sick or injured. It contains specialized equipment and rooms for treatments, surgeries, and staying overnight while recovering.
healthy
A2Healthy describes someone who is in good physical or mental condition and is not ill. It can also describe activities, food, or environments that help you stay well and strong.
Prescription
B2A formal document or digital order issued by a medical practitioner that authorizes a patient to be provided with a specific medicine or treatment. It can also refer to the medicine itself.
Symptom
B2A physical or mental feature which is regarded as indicating a condition of disease, particularly such a feature that is apparent to the patient.
Diagnosis
B2The identification of the nature of an illness or other problem by examination of the symptoms and signs.
Physician
B2A person qualified to practice medicine, especially one who specializes in diagnosis and medical treatment rather than surgery.
Chronic
B2Persisting for a long time or constantly recurring. Usually applied to a medical condition that lasts for three months or more.
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