Day Surgery Patients
Ramsay Surgical Centre Glenferrie has a Day Surgery Unit which provides a comfortable environment for patients having certain procedures that do not require an overnight stay in hospital.
Before Surgery
- Bathe or shower
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing
- Do not wear makeup or jewellery, other than a wedding ring
- Unless otherwise instructed do not have anything to eat or drink 6 (six) hours prior to surgery (this includes chewing gum and water)
- You should not smoke or drink alcohol for 24 hours prior to admission
- If you are taking medication and are unsure about whether to take these prior to surgery, please contact your admitting doctor.
What to bring
On the day of admission please bring:
- Any letter(s) from your doctor relating to your procedure
- Details of Health Insurance Membership
- Medicare Card
- Pharmaceutical, Pension or Veteran Affairs entitlement card
- A list of current medications
- Cash/ Credit Card to pay out of pocket expenses on admission (Excess or Copayments)
- X-rays
- Glasses and physical aids (walking sticks, hearing aids etc)
Post Surgery
- You will not be able to drive until the next day if you have had sedation or a general anaesthetic.
- Before you leave the hospital our staff will provide you with post procedure instructions including medications, dressings and follow up appointments.
- Before leaving the hospital please go via reception to be discharged and finalise the account.
You must have a responsible adult to transport you home in a suitable vehicle. A train, tram or bus is not a suitable vehicle. A responsible person should stay with you at least overnight following discharge from the hospital.