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Email signatures for doctors

Appointment requests should reach the practice team that can actually schedule them. Identify your specialty and clinic, place relevant medical qualifications near your name, and label the reception number so it is not mistaken for an emergency line.

Fictional examples. Replace sample credentials and licence numbers with your own verified details.

What to include

  • Specialty and practice contact number
  • Clinic or hospital affiliation
  • Appointment number distinct from an emergency number
  • Relevant medical qualifications without listing every training course
  • Practice appointment page
  • Professional name and a business email address

What to leave out

  • Inviting emergencies by email
  • Images containing your only contact details
  • More than one primary call to action

Check applicable local rules and your organization’s policy before using credentials or disclosure text. These examples are not legal advice.

Questions for doctors

What should doctors put first?
Lead with your name, then your role. Include specialty and practice contact number where it helps recipients identify you.
Which link belongs in a doctor signature?
Use a link to your practice appointment page. Label the destination clearly and check it before pasting the signature into your mail client.

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