German Phrase
Welche Infos braucht der Arzt?
Meaning
The sentence asks what specific pieces of information the doctor requires, typically before a medical appointment. It is a polite, neutral way to inquire about necessary documents or details.
When to use
Use this question when you are preparing for a doctor's visit and want to know which documents, medical history, or other data you should bring. It works both in a clinic reception and in informal conversation with a friend who is going to see a doctor.
✦Grammar Breakdown
WelcheInfosbrauchtderArzt?
Welche (interrogative determiner)
Used to ask for specific information; it agrees in case, number, and gender with the noun it modifies.
Infos (colloquial plural noun)
Short for 'Informationen', always used in the plural; the article and adjective must match the plural form.
braucht (verb brauchen, 3rd person singular)
In a main clause the finite verb occupies the second position; here it agrees with the singular subject 'der Arzt'.
der Arzt (masculine nominative)
Definite article 'der' marks the noun as masculine nominative, the subject of the sentence.
Word order in yes‑no and wh‑questions
German places the finite verb directly after the interrogative word, then the subject follows.
🗨In Conversation
Welche Infos braucht der Arzt?
What information does the doctor need?
Er braucht Ihren Ausweis, Ihre Krankenkassenkarte und eine Liste Ihrer Medikamente.
He needs your ID, your health‑insurance card, and a list of your medications.
✕Common Mistakes
Welche Infos brauchen der Arzt?
The verb must agree with the singular subject 'der Arzt'; use 'braucht' not 'brauchen'.
Welche Info braucht der Arzt?
When referring to multiple pieces of information, use the plural 'Infos' or the full form 'Informationen'.
Welche Infos braucht das Arzt?
The noun 'Arzt' is masculine, so the correct article is 'der', not 'das'.
↔Alternatives
Welche Informationen benötigt der Arzt?
What information does the doctor require?
Was muss ich dem Arzt mitteilen?
What must I tell the doctor?
Was soll ich dem Arzt sagen?
What should I say to the doctor?
Cultural Tip
In German‑speaking countries doctors usually ask for your health‑insurance card (Krankenkassenkarte), a valid ID, and a written list of current medications. Bringing these items shows respect for the doctor's time and helps the consultation run smoothly. In some regions, especially in Austria, you might also be asked for a "Mutterpass" (mother's booklet) if you are pregnant.