Concise Referral Letter

OVERALL_INSTRUCTIONS

keep it concise, provide key objective data, include only history relevant to the referral. If any sections have no information, omit the section

Chief Complaint

Further evaluation and management of abnormal lung function with obstruction and persistent shortness of breath with exertion

Template

I am referring a patient [Patient First Name]. [He/She/They] is a [Patient Age]-year old [male/female/other]. Reason for Referral : [list the reasons for referral, including any specific symptoms or conditions that require further evaluation and management.] History of Current Illness : [Provide a concise summary of history relevant to the referral, including symptoms, onset and duration, previous diagnoses, relevant comorbidities, and any functional impact. Mention any specific concerns or potential diagnoses that need confirmation. Do not include test results in this section] Investigations : [List any tests, investigations conduced, and management to date, and any other relevant intervention] Summary : [summarize specific request to the specialist or consultant, for example, I would appreciate your assessment and management in .....for opinion regarding...for surgical evaluation of ...] Thank you for seeing this patient.