Joel Matembela siluvangi

Answers to patient questions

• General topics
  Hello. I have started to experience a lingering pain in my back on the right hand side. The pain seems to be located between my ribs and it restricts my mobility when I try to rotate/twist my upper body to the right. Heat packs seem to relieve the pain but only momentarily and even anti inflammatory do not help that much. Any advice on who I should see? This issue is starting to affect my quality of life. Many thanks.

  • It's crucial to have a healthcare professional evaluate your pain to determine the cause and appropriate treatment. Starting with your primary care physician is a good first step, and they can guide you to the right specialist if necessary. In the meantime, continue with heat therapy, gentle movements, and consider different pain relief options.

    

    Joel Matembela siluvangi

• General topics
  Good afternoon! I want to do an internship abroad. For this internship, the company tells me I need to get a medical certificate from a doctor that shows that I am fit to work at the office. I see some doctors here provide medical certificates (Attestation médicale). Could this 'Attestation médicale' be a medical certificate to prove I am fit to work for my internship abroad? or is it only made for employees to justify not being fit to work for their employer? Thanks!

  • A medical certificate can be used effectively for a number of purposes. In general, a medical certificate can be used to attest to your state of health, whether to prove that you are fit to work or to justify an absence due to illness.
    
    In your case, you need a certificate of good health certifying that you are fit to work for your internship abroad.

    

    Joel Matembela siluvangi

• General topics
  Hi, I received lab results which my doctor asked for. Do I have to send it to him or he will automatically receive it too (it was in lab out of the clinic in which he works)? Thank you

  • In most cases, if the lab where you had your tests done is not directly associated with your doctor's clinic, you will need to actively send the lab results to your doctor. Labs typically do not automatically forward results to healthcare providers unless specifically requested to do so by the patient or the healthcare provider.
    
    You can usually request a copy of your lab results from the lab itself, either by picking them up in person or having them mailed or emailed to you. Once you have the results, you can then send them to your doctor by fax, email, or through your doctor's preferred method of communication.
    
    It&#...39;s important to ensure that your doctor receives the results so they can review them and provide any necessary follow-up or guidance based on the findings. If you're unsure about how to send the results or if you have any questions about the results themselves, you can always contact your doctor's office for assistance. Read more

    

    Joel Matembela siluvangi