Pre-Admission

Information detailing your procedure will have been supplied to you on consult. Please read all the information carefully as it outlines your procedure, any preparation needed, also any potential risks, and the expected outcomes. Please also refer to the checklist below.

Pre-Admission is a very important part of your medical care at Freshwater Day Surgery. If you have not completed our Health Assessment form on consult then please either follow the below link or collect and fill in a paper copy that can be brought in with you on the day of surgery.

Online Health Assessment

Our nurse may contact you by telephone prior to your admission to discuss your medical history, admission and discharge details. Please take this opportunity to raise any questions or concerns you have about your admission.

Rest assured we provide the highest standard in patient care and have a variety of amenities when visiting our facility for your comfort and convenience which include:

• On-site parking

• Easy drop-off and pick up for patients and visitors, all on one level

• Intimate and well-appointed decor that offers privacy

• Highly trained, full-time nurses and support staff

• Modern equipment in a professional and personal setting

• Highest standards in hygiene and infection control

On arrival could you please have the following information ready for your admission:

• Personal/Next of Kin details

• Medicare Card

• Funding details (e.g. DVA, Private health insurance, WorkCover or self-funding)

• Benefit details (e.g. pharmacy benefit card or pension card)

• You will be asked to arrive 30 minutes before your procedure time in order to complete the admission process.

• In the event of delays, we ask for your understanding. Where delays occur, our staff are committed to keeping you updated.

• Prepare to be at Freshwater Day Surgery for three to six hrs.

• Bring music or a book to keep you entertained (you will be allocated a small locker for when you’re in surgery)

• Snacks and beverages are provided.

If you have any queries or concerns, please feel free to contact our friendly staff on  02 90637585

• Check time, date and address for Freshwater Day Surgery.

• Discuss your travel arrangements to and from surgery with us

• Continue your normal meals and medication unless instructed not to

• Get a good night’s sleep

• Wash your hair, remove makeup and jewellery

• Do not wear contact lenses (if they are the type that requires removal at night time)

• Bring medications that you would normally be due to take

• Leave jewellery and valuables at home

• Wear loose, button-up clothing for easy undressing

• Inform us of any medications you are taking including Aspirin, Astrix, Cardiprin, Warfarin, Plavix, Iscover, Assasantin, Dipyridamole, or any other blood thinner.

• Prepare for when you get home – make sure you have any necessary pain relief on hand, and be prepared to take some time off work (we can arrange a medical certificate for you on request).