Step 1: Create a new account using your name and email address, and a password selected by you. Click the ‘create’ button once all this information is filled in. If you are an existing patient, you can ‘sign in’ using your previous details.
Step 2: You will be given the option to utilise SMS verification, however you are able to “Skip this Setup” if you would prefer not to use it.
Step 3: You will be redirected to your ‘My Forms’ page. Click on ‘Start a New Form’ at the top of the page.
Step 4: Complete the form and follow the prompts at the end of each page. You must fill out all questions to the best of your ability.
Step 5: Once you have completed the admission form and the patient health history, you will have the option to upload a copy of the following (if you have one), your signed consent, medications list, or advance health directive.
Step 6: Once you have finished completing the form, simply click the ‘Sign Now’ and “Submit’ button. You have now created your admission forms and they are waiting for viewing by our staff.
To assist us in your admission process, please ensure you have the following:
You may receive a text message confirming your time of admission. Please note, this time may have changed since the pre-admission nurse issued you a time at your telephone appointment. The change is due to the surgeon’s workload on the day of your surgery or procedure.
Every effort is made by our clinical team to reduce waiting times for surgery, and we constantly work on our theatre scheduling. However, occasionally some surgeries can take a little more time than anticipated and waiting times can be endured.
The clinical team will ensure any extended waiting times are communicated to you and your carer.
For more information about your stay, please download our patient information brochure here.
Patients who are having anaesthetic may not be allowed to eat or drink within a specified time of their procedure. This is called fasting. For children and adults having elective (planned) procedures, limited solid food may be taken up to six (6) hours prior to anaesthesia and clear fluids may be taken up to two (2) hours prior to anaesthesia. Patients will be advised of their specific fasting instructions for solid food and liquids, and it is important to follow the instructions provided, otherwise your procedure may be cancelled.
Please ensure you ask your doctor whether you should take your prescribed and herbal medications on the morning of your procedure. If you are taking diabetes and blood thinning medication, please discuss this with your anaesthetist.
For more information about your stay, please download our patient information brochure here.
Your surgeon would have advised if you are to stay overnight in the Short Stay Hospital. You may be admitted to the hospital by either one of two ways:
Your personal belongings will be taken to your room. You will only need to bring toiletries and a few changes of clothes/pyjamas.
Please be aware that there is limited storage space. Do not bring valuable items or money with you.
Your surgeon will advise when you may be able to go home following your procedure.
Nausea
If it does occur, it should only be temporary. If nausea persists, avoid food but maintain fluids. If it does not resolve within 24 hours, it is important that you contact your doctor.
Sore Throat
This may occur due to your anaesthetist assisting with your breathing. It usually disappears within 24 hours. Simple pain relief may help relieve this.
Tender Arm or Hand at Injection Site
This may occur due to irritation of the vein or slight bruising from the needle or the medications injected and can persist for several days. If your arm or hand looks red, feels hot or appears inflamed consult with your GP.
For more information about your stay, please download our patient information brochure here.
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