When it comes to physical accessibility, which can be a difficult aspect of your contact with the healthcare service, it often has to do with differences in levels that can arise. It could relate to the accessibility of examination equipment and benches as well as things like a gynaecological examination chair, toilets and so on. In these contexts, the best thing you can do is to try to find out, to the greatest extent possible, what things look like and how they work at the particular clinic or ward you will be visiting for care or treatment.
A recurring theme and problem is that individuals with disabilities are not seen or treated as people in their own right. For example, many other people will choose to talk to a disabled person’s assistant, friend or guide rather than directing their questions to the person involved i.e. you! This is usually due to insecurity and a lack of knowledge on their part. To avoid ending up in this type of situation, a good idea could be to take the first step and tell the other person what you want and what works best for you.