Prior to the appointment patients should prepare a list of questions, concerns, and goals, to ensure they don’t forget anything at the appointment and to maximize the thoroughness of care. The psychiatrist will make general health inquiries and listen to patients explain their symptoms and concerns. Background information will be collected through a questionnaire and discussion about family history. Exactly how the appointment will proceed depends on the nature of the condition and the information provided, but a physical check-up may occur, and the psychiatrist may wish to run tests, or get a set of vitals such as heart rate or blood pressure. Psychiatrists will then work with the patient to devise an ongoing treatment plan that will likely be a combination of medication and continued psychotherapy or group therapy sessions in some cases.