French Appointments: Medical Visit Guide

Key Appointment Vocabulary

rendez-vous (m) - appointment prendre rendez-vous - to make an appointment urgence (f) - emergency cabinet médical (m) - doctor's office disponibilité (f) - availability

Making the Call

1. "Je voudrais prendre rendez-vous." (I would like to make an appointment.)

• Standard opening phrase when calling

2. "C'est pour quand?" (For when?)

• Common response you'll hear from receptionist

Stating Your Need

1. "C'est assez urgent." (It's quite urgent.)

• Use when you need a quick appointment

2. "Je suis un nouveau patient." (I'm a new patient.)

• Important to mention if first visit

Time and Date Discussion

1. "Je suis libre le matin." (I'm free in the morning.)

• Expressing your availability

2. "Le jeudi après-midi me convient." (Thursday afternoon works for me.)

• Confirming a suggested time

Confirming Details

1. "À quelle heure exactement?" (At what time exactly?)

• Double-checking the time

2. "C'est bien le 25 novembre?" (It's the 25th of November, correct?)

• Verifying the date

Important Questions

1. "Faut-il apporter quelque chose?" (Should I bring anything?)

• About required documents

2. "C'est à quelle adresse?" (What's the address?)

• Getting location details

Useful Expressions

1. For Rescheduling: "Je dois déplacer mon rendez-vous." (I need to reschedule my appointment.)

2. For Canceling: "Je dois annuler mon rendez-vous." (I need to cancel my appointment.)

Cultural Notes

• French medical appointments often require a referral
• Being 5-10 minutes early is expected
• Bring your carte vitale if you have one
• Some doctors don't accept credit cards

Always use formal "vous" form when speaking with medical staff.