# Start Consultation

Doctors use this option to start the consultation for the selected patient visit, similar to the **Start Consultation** option available in the [**Scheduler** ](/uniteemr/application-modules/scheduler/more-action-menus/start-consultation.md)and [**Current/Past Medical Records Queue**](/uniteemr/application-modules/patient-queue/nurse-or-doctors-queue/current-medical-records/start-consultation.md)**.**

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### Steps to Start Consultation

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* Open the **Doctor Desktop** screen by navigating to **Home > Dashboard > Doctor Desktop.**
* By default, the current date is selected. If required, select the preferred date using the **Date Calendar**.
* Click the required patient card. This action loads the patient details in the **Center Panel**.
* Click the **START CONSULTATION** button to start the consultation. This action redirects to the **Medical Records** screen.

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