At the doctor's B1
Booking and getting seen by a GP.
Booking a visit
make an appointment — arrange a meetingA: Have you seen the doctor yet?
B: Not yet, I’m going to make an appointment this afternoon.
book in — arrange an appointmentCan I book in for Tuesday? (casual)
I'd like to book in for an appointment, please. (polite)
Getting seen and treated
catch a cold — become illA: You sound a bit sick. Are you okay?
B: Yeah, I think I caught a cold over the weekend.
medical treatment — health careA: How's your dad doing?
B: He's much better now that he's getting proper medical treatment.
Calling the surgery
Receptionist: Good morning, Hillside Surgery.
You: Hi, I'd like to make an appointment with Dr Patel, please.
Receptionist: Of course. Is it urgent, or are you happy to wait until Thursday?
You: Thursday's fine, thanks — it's nothing serious.
In the consulting room
Doctor: So, what's brought you in today?
You: I think I've just caught a cold, but it's dragged on for two weeks now.
Doctor: Let's take a look. Most likely you won't need any medical treatment — just rest and fluids.
You: That's a relief. Thanks, doctor.
Getting an appointment sorted
You: Hi, I rang earlier — I was hoping to be seen this week.
Receptionist: Let me check. I can book you in with the nurse on Friday morning, if that suits?
You: Friday's perfect, thank you.
Receptionist: Lovely — that's nine forty-five. We'll text you a reminder the day before.