I have seen my surgeon and I need to have surgery. What happens next?
What happens next?
You will be given a date by your surgeon. If you feel you are getting worse while awaiting surgery, contact your surgeon as soon as possible by calling 08 8375 5950 (Ashford) or 08 8204 5626 (Flinders Private).
Preparing for your surgery:
Before your operation, you may need some tests performed. Your surgeon will organise these for you.
If having valve surgery, you need a Dental Clearance PRIOR to surgery. This is because any loose teeth may harbour bacteria, which could infect a new heart valve.
You will be advised by letter regarding the date of your surgery and will receive instructions regarding what medications you need to stop, and when.
Details of my admission:
You will be informed of what time you are expected at the hospital. On arrival, you will need to report to the admission’s office or to the reception desk where they will check all your details including:
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Your name
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Your current address
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Ethnicity
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Your contact details
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Medicare details
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Emergency contact details
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Private health insurance details
They will also provide you with directions to the ward where you are to be admitted. If you would like a tour of the hospital prior to surgery, please ask the nursing staff on the ward once you are admitted. The ward staff is happy to take you and your family on a tour so that you will know where the operating theatre and ICU unit are located prior to your operation.
