Short answer: You can book an appointment with Dr. Om J Lakhani at AB Plus Hospital, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, by calling +91 73738 48848 or online at consult.dromlakhani.com. Bring all your old reports, every medicine you take (or clear photos of the strips), and a list of your questions. Most thyroid tests do not need fasting, but some sugar and cholesterol tests do, so check before you go.

Seeing a hormone specialist for the first time can feel like a big step. Many people arrive with a thick file of reports, a bag of medicines and a long list of worries. This guide explains what to bring and what to expect, so that your first visit is calm and useful. For background on what an endocrinologist does, read who is an endocrinologist.

How do I book an appointment, in person or online?

You can book in two ways:

  • Call +91 73738 48848 for appointments.
  • Book online at consult.dromlakhani.com, for either an in-person or an online consultation.

In-person consultations at AB Plus Hospital are on Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Online consultations are on Monday to Thursday, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. If you have a general question, you can send a WhatsApp message to +91 70160 34297. This number is for queries only, not for booking or for emergencies.

If you live outside Ahmedabad, an online first consultation may be possible for many conditions. Read our guide to online consultation with an endocrinologist.

What reports and medicines should I bring?

Old reports help the doctor see how your condition has changed over time. A single new report rarely tells the whole story. Please bring:

  • All previous blood reports, especially thyroid tests, HbA1c, sugar readings, kidney and liver tests, and cholesterol. Arranging them by date saves time.
  • Scan reports and the films or CDs, for example a thyroid ultrasound, if you have them.
  • Every medicine you take, including tablets, injections, insulin, vitamins, herbal or Ayurvedic products and supplements. The actual strips or clear photos of the labels are more reliable than memory.
  • Your glucose log or glucometer, if you have diabetes and check sugars at home. If you use a continuous glucose sensor, bring the phone or reader that stores the data.
  • Discharge summaries from any past hospital stays.
  • A short list of your questions, so nothing is forgotten.

Please mention any supplements that contain biotin (common in hair, skin and nail products). Biotin can interfere with some laboratory tests, including some thyroid tests, so your doctor needs to know about it when reading the results.

Do I need to fast for blood tests?

It depends on the test. A fasting blood sugar needs an overnight fast, and some cholesterol tests are done fasting. Thyroid tests usually do not need fasting. Read should I fast before a thyroid test for the details.

If you are not sure which tests will be ordered, it is reasonable to call before your visit and ask. Please do not skip or change any of your usual medicines on your own to prepare for a test. If a medicine needs to be timed differently for a test, your doctor or the lab will tell you.

What happens during the consultation?

A first consultation with an endocrinologist usually includes:

  • Your story: your symptoms, how long they have been present, your past illnesses, family history and current medicines.
  • An examination: weight, height, waist size and blood pressure, and an examination of the parts of the body that matter for your problem, for example the neck in thyroid disease or the feet in diabetes.
  • A review of your reports, old and new.
  • A plan: which tests are needed, what the likely diagnosis is, and what the treatment options are.

Treatment decisions are made together. Your doctor will discuss the options, the reasons for each and what to watch for. It helps to bring a family member if you would like someone else to hear the plan.

How do follow-ups work?

Most hormone conditions, such as diabetes and thyroid disease, need regular follow-up. The interval depends on your condition and on how stable it is. A follow-up visit usually involves reviewing new reports and your home readings, checking for side effects, and adjusting the plan.

Where is the clinic and how do I reach it?

Dr. Om J Lakhani consults at:

AB Plus Hospital, Block V, Mondeal Business Park, Near Gurudwara, S.G. Highway, Thaltej, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054.

The landmark is the Gurudwara on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar (S.G.) Highway.

When to see a doctor urgently

Do not wait for a planned appointment if you have: chest pain, severe breathlessness, fainting, confusion or drowsiness, very high sugar readings with vomiting or fast breathing, a very low sugar that does not improve, or a sudden severe headache. Go to the nearest emergency department immediately, or call 108 or 112.

Read more

Book a consultation with Dr. Om J Lakhani at AB Plus Hospital, Ahmedabad, or online → consult.dromlakhani.com. Call +91 73738 48848 for appointments.

References

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