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# How to Book a Telephone Consultation for Sick Leave Certificate When You Are Unwell

# How to Book a Telephone Consultation for Sick Leave Certificate When You Are Unwell

If you are unwell with symptoms such as a cold, sore throat, cough, or other illness and need a sick leave certificate (sick note / unfit to work certificate) for the days you have been unable to work, you can book a telephone consultation with one of our doctors.

## Telephone Consultations for Sick Leave

**Yes, we offer telephone consultations** for patients who are unwell and need a medical certificate for sick leave.

During the consultation, your doctor can:

- Assess your symptoms
- Provide medical advice
- Issue a sick leave certificate (sick note) if appropriate

## Backdating Sick Leave Certificates

Your doctor may be able to issue a sick leave certificate that covers the period from when your symptoms started, including previous days you were unable to work. This depends on:

- Your medical condition
- When your symptoms began
- The doctor's clinical assessment

You should mention during your consultation that you have been unable to work since a specific date and request that the certificate cover this period.

## How to Book a Telephone Consultation

To book a telephone consultation for sick leave:

1. **Call our reception team** at **[018686121](tel:+35318686121)**
2. **Let us know:**
   - That you would like a telephone consultation
   - That you are unwell and need a sick leave certificate
   - Your symptoms and when they started
   - The dates you would like the certificate to cover
3. Our team will schedule your consultation

## What Happens During Your Consultation

During your telephone consultation:

- Your doctor will discuss your symptoms and medical condition
- Your doctor will assess whether a sick leave certificate is appropriate
- If appropriate, your doctor will issue a sick leave certificate covering the relevant period
- Your certificate will be sent to you electronically after the consultation

## Contact Us

To book your telephone consultation, please call **[018686121](tel:+35318686121)**.