Clear preparation helps ensure your procedure proceeds safely and efficiently. Please review the guidance below before your scheduled surgery.
Before surgery, you will receive instructions regarding tests, medications and hospital admission details. Following these instructions carefully helps ensure your procedure can proceed as planned.
If you are unsure about any preparation steps or changes to your health before surgery, contact the practice.
You will receive your hospital admission time and location prior to the procedure. Please notify the practice of any changes to your health or medications.
Blood tests, urine tests or imaging may be required before surgery. Complete these as instructed so results are available on time.
A responsible adult must collect you after any procedure requiring sedation or general anaesthesia. You cannot drive yourself home.
You must fast from food for 6 hours before your procedure. A sip-to-send protocol will generally be used by the anaesthetist.
It is important to confirm with them the fasting instructions.
Specific pre-operative medication instructions will be provided. Ensure you understand your individual plan for the day of surgery.
Following surgery, you will receive instructions regarding recovery, medications and follow-up appointments. These instructions should be followed carefully to support recovery.
The practice will advise you regarding review appointments and any further investigations required.
Contact the practice to make an enquiry or arrange an appointment.
Some medications may need to be adjusted before surgery. Specific instructions will be provided if changes are required.
If you develop illness, fever or infection before your procedure, contact the practice as soon as possible for advice.
Length of stay depends on the procedure performed. Some procedures are day surgery, while others may require overnight observation.
Hospital admission details are usually provided prior to the procedure date. The hospital will confirm the exact timing.
