Specialty consults allow a primary care physician to get information from specialists to improve the care of the patient. Different types of doctors can improve care by identifying more issues. One of the main issues with specialty consults is communication, reporting, and coordination of care.
SPECIALIST CONSULTATION
BCHS has a pool of consultants you can set a consultation session with spanning across various specialties and sub-specialties:
- Colon and rectal surgeons treat issues within the small intestine and colon
- Dermatologists handle problems to do with the skin, hair, and nails
- Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions, such as diabetes and thyroid issues
- Family Physicians can treat children, adults, and older populations
- Gastroenterologists specialize in the digestive organs
- Haematologists treat issues involving the blood, spleen, and lymph glands
- Cardiologists specialize in heart and blood vessel issue