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"How to Start a Consultation"

"Starting a consultation on Udok is quick and seamless. Follow the steps below to begin your healthcare journey with one of our doctors."

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Starting a consultation on Udok is quick and seamless. Follow the steps below to begin your healthcare journey with one of our doctors.


Step 1: Access the Dashboard

After registering and logging in, you will land on your Udok Dashboard.

From here, you can select one of the following options:

  • For an express consultation to see the next available doctor, click the Start a Consultation button.
  • If you are an existing user and have previously seen one of our doctors, you can click Consult Now on the "Last Seen Doctor" card if the doctor is online.
  • If you would like a prescription, you can click Request prescription on your dashboard.
  • If you would like a sick note, you can click Request sick note on your dashboard.

Once selected, you will be guided through the consultation setup flow.


Step 2: Choose the Patient

You'll be asked: "Who is this consultation for?"

  • A list of your dependents (if any) will appear, as well as your own name.
  • You can select yourself or a dependent.
  • You can also add a dependent from this step if needed.

Step 3: Choose a Service

You'll then select one of the available services shown on your screen. Choose the service options listed there.

Typical services include:

  • Full consultation
  • Weight-loss management

Some services may include a short safety checklist before continuing (for example, certain injections or weight-loss services).


Step 4: Provide Information (Diagnosis Bot)

For most services, Alina the Diagnosis Bot will collect information about your symptoms and history and prepare a summary for the doctor. Some services may skip the bot after a checklist is completed.


Step 5: Consent & Payment

You'll confirm consent and then choose a payment method. Available options depend on your profile and balance:

  • Medical Aid (if verified and eligible)
  • Card Payment
  • Wallet (if your balance covers the full fee)

After payment, you will be redirected to the consultation chat.


Step 6: The Consultation

Once payment and history-taking are complete, the doctor will join.

  • The doctor's profile picture and name will appear.
  • The consultation begins in chat format.
  • The doctor may initiate a video or voice call.
  • Patients can exit video mode back to chat at any time.

You're now connected with a Udok doctor!

Need more help?

Contact Udok support on WhatsApp, by phone, or by email.

Please do not include medical information in your first message.

WhatsApp supportCall +27 21 205 3737Email [email protected]