When describing a patient to another doctor without using medical terms, a doctor might use layman's language and plain English to convey relevant information. They could focus on providing a clear and concise description of the patient's symptoms, medical history, and any relevant observations. Here's an example of how a doctor might describe a patient:
"Hey, I have a 55-year-old male patient who came in complaining of chest pain that started yesterday. He's had occasional heartburn in the past, but this pain feels different and more intense. He also mentioned feeling a bit short of breath lately. He has a family history of heart disease, and he's a smoker. On examination, I noticed elevated blood pressure and a slightly rapid pulse. He's not on any medications at the moment, and this is his first visit to our clinic. I'm a bit concerned about possible heart issues, so I ordered some tests and an EKG to rule out any serious problems. I'll keep you updated once we have the results."
In this example, the doctor provided relevant information about the patient's age, gender, presenting complaint (chest pain and shortness of breath), relevant medical history (heartburn, family history of heart disease, smoking), and initial findings from the physical examination (elevated blood pressure and rapid pulse). The doctor also mentioned their plan to conduct further tests (EKG) to investigate the possible cause of the symptoms. The description is straightforward and avoids using technical jargon or medical terms that might be confusing to non-medical professionals.