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What to Expect When Visiting Our Hospitals for Surgery
Pre-Operative Assessment
Before your surgery, you will have a pre-operative assessment to ensure you are fit for the procedure. This may involve blood tests, ECG, and a detailed medical history. The pre-operative team will discuss any medications you are taking and provide instructions on how to prepare, which may include fasting.
On the Day of Surgery
On the day of your surgery, arrive at the hospital at the instructed time. Upon arrival, you will check in at the admissions desk and be directed to the surgical ward. A nurse will take your vitals and provide you with a gown to wear. You will have the opportunity to meet the surgical team, including your surgeon and anesthetist, who will explain the procedure and address any last-minute questions or concerns.
In the Operating Theatre
Once all preparations are complete, you will be taken to the operating theatre. The operating theatre is a sterile environment, equipped with advanced medical technologies to ensure your safety. The anesthetist will administer anesthesia to ensure you are comfortable and pain-free during the operation. The surgical team will continuously monitor you throughout the procedure.
Post-Operative Care
After surgery, you will be moved to the recovery room where trained nursing staff will monitor your vital signs and manage any pain or discomfort. The length of time spent in recovery can vary, but the team will ensure you are stable and comfortable before transferring you back to the surgical ward or discharging you home, if applicable.
Discharge and Aftercare
If you are being discharged on the same day, you will receive detailed instructions for home care, including how to manage pain, care for your surgical wounds, and recognize signs of complications. Follow-up appointments will also be scheduled to monitor your recovery progress. If an overnight stay is required, our dedicated team will continue to provide attentive care and support until you are ready to go home.
Support and Communication
Our hospitals are committed to providing comprehensive support throughout your surgical journey. Should you have any questions or concerns at any stage, do not hesitate to contact our team. We also ensure clear and effective communication with both you and your loved ones to ensure a smooth and stress-free experience.
Your safety, comfort, and well-being are our top priorities when visiting our hospitals for surgery. Rest assured, you are in capable and caring hands.
What to Expect When Visiting Our Hospitals for Surgery
Before Your Surgery
You will have a check-up to ensure you are healthy and ready for surgery. This might include blood tests and heart checks. The nurses and doctors will talk about medicines you take. They will also tell you how to get ready, which might include not eating for a while before surgery.
On the Day of Surgery
Come to the hospital at the time your doctor told you. Check in at the front desk and go to the surgery section. A nurse will check you and give you special clothes to wear. You will meet the doctors and nurses who will do the surgery. They will explain what will happen and answer your questions.
During the Surgery
You will go to an operating room. This room is very clean and has a lot of special medical tools. A doctor will give you medicine so you will not be awake or feel pain during the surgery. The doctors and nurses will watch over you the whole time.
After the Surgery
When your surgery is over, you will rest in the recovery room. Nurses will check how you are feeling and give you medicine if needed. You will stay here until you feel better. Then, you might go back to your hospital room or go home if the doctor says it is okay.
Going Home and Resting
If you go home the same day, you will get instructions on how to take care of yourself. This includes managing any pain and looking after your wounds. You will also be told what to watch out for. You will have check-ups to see how you are healing. If you stay overnight, our team will take care of you until you are ready to leave.
Getting Help and Information
We are here to help you with anything you need before, during, and after your surgery. If you have questions, ask us. We make sure to talk clearly with you and your family so everything goes well.
Your safety and comfort are the most important things to us when you come for surgery. We want you to know you will be well cared for.
Frequently Asked Questions
You should bring any personal toiletries, a change of clothes, all medications you are currently taking, and any relevant medical records.
You will typically need to fast for a specific period before your surgery. Your medical team will provide you with detailed instructions regarding eating and drinking.
Your medical team will create a pain management plan for you, which may include medications and other methods to ensure you are as comfortable as possible.
The length of stay depends on the type of surgery you undergo. Some procedures require an overnight stay, while others are done on an outpatient basis.
A consultant-led surgical team will perform your surgery. You will have the opportunity to meet your surgeon and other key team members before the procedure.
It's normal to feel anxious. Discuss your concerns with your healthcare provider, who can offer support and possibly refer you to resources like counselling or relaxation techniques.
You will receive specific instructions from your healthcare team, which may include fasting guidelines, medications to avoid, and any preoperative tests or consultations.
The duration of the surgery varies depending on the procedure. Your surgeon will provide an estimated time during your preoperative consultation.
Your surgeon will discuss the potential risks and complications specific to your surgery during your preoperative consultation.
Visitor policies can vary by hospital. Check with your specific hospital for their current visitor guidelines and any restrictions.
If you feel unwell before your surgery, contact your healthcare provider immediately for advice. Your surgery may need to be rescheduled depending on your symptoms.
You will need to inform your healthcare team about all medications you are taking. They will advise you on which medications should be temporarily stopped or adjusted.
You will receive specific instructions regarding your arrival time, where to go, and what to expect on the day of your surgery from your healthcare provider.
The recovery period varies depending on the surgery. Your healthcare team will provide guidance on activity restrictions, wound care, and follow-up appointments.
For many procedures, especially those done on an outpatient basis, you will need someone to drive you home and stay with you for a period after the surgery.
Here is what you need to bring with you:
- Your toothbrush, toothpaste, and soap.
- Clean clothes.
- All your medicine.
- Medical papers from your doctor.
It might help you make a list to check off each item as you pack it.
You need to stop eating and drinking for a while before your surgery. Your doctor will tell you exactly when to stop. They will give you easy steps to follow.
Your doctors and nurses will make a plan to help with your pain. They might give you medicine or try other things to help you feel better and comfortable.
How long you stay in the hospital depends on what kind of surgery you have. Some surgeries mean you stay overnight. Other surgeries let you go home the same day.
If you find reading hard, you can ask someone to read with you. You can also use tools like text-to-speech that read aloud for you.
A group of doctors will do your surgery. A leader doctor will be in charge. You will get to meet this doctor and some other important people before your surgery.
It's okay to feel worried. Talk to your doctor about how you feel. They can help you and suggest things like talking to a counselor or learning ways to relax.
Your doctor will give you important steps to follow. This might include not eating before surgery, which medicines to stop taking, and any tests or check-ups you need before the surgery.
How long your surgery takes depends on the kind of surgery you have. Your doctor will tell you how long it should take before the surgery.
Your doctor will talk to you about the things that could go wrong with your surgery before it happens. This talk will happen when you meet your doctor before the surgery.
Every hospital has different rules for visitors. Ask your hospital what their rules are right now.
If you feel sick before your surgery, tell your doctor or nurse right away. They will give you advice. You might need to have your surgery on another day because of how you feel.
Tell your healthcare team about all the medicines you are taking. They will help you know which medicines to stop for a while or change.
Your doctor will tell you when to come, where to go, and what will happen on the day of your surgery.
How long it takes to get better depends on the type of surgery you had. Your doctors and nurses will tell you how to take care of yourself. They will tell you what you can and cannot do, how to look after your wound, and when to come back for a check-up.
If you find reading hard, ask someone you trust to help you. You can also try using apps that read text out loud.
If you have a medical procedure done and can go home the same day, you will need help. Someone should drive you home and stay with you for a while after the surgery.
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