You will be provided with a provisional arrival time when you book your appointment. You will be given your final arrival time the day before your procedure, when we confirm your appointment.

If your procedure is booked after 9am we ask that you call us prior to leaving home, to ensure that you are informed of any delays.

It is important that you and your carer keep the day of your procedure free from other commitments as your procedure time may vary.

On arrival you will be greeted by the Receptionist who will check your paperwork, confirm your details and finalise your Hospital account. You will then be taken through by the Admission Nurse who will perform an assessment and prepare you for your procedure.

You will generally be taken through for your procedure 45 minutes - 1 hour following your arrival to the facility. This time includes your admission with our Reception and Nursing staff.

Although we try our best to minimise your waiting times please be aware that due to the nature of our business, there may be unexpected delays caused by extended length of procedures. We appreciate your patience, and will keep you informed on any delays.

Please bring the following to your procedure;

• Reading glasses (if required)

• Any paperwork we have requested for your admission

• Payment for your day surgery expenses

• Pension or Health Care Concession Card (if applicable)

• DVA card (if applicable)

• A cardigan or light jumper for your time in recovery

Please do not bring valuables or bulky items and bags.

Please wear loose fitting comfortable clothing to your procedure. If you are having a Colonoscopy pants or skirts that can be easily removed are suggested (no jeans please). Please also bring a cardigan or light jumper as you can feel cool at times in Recovery.

Yes, you will have a pre-anaesthetic consult with both your Anaesthetist and Gastroenterologist before your procedure. At this time you will have the opportunity to discuss any questions or concerns you may have, before signing your consent.

You will be taken through to the Procedure Room once you have seen your Doctors. The Procedure Nurses will confirm your name, date of birth and the procedure that you are having, as well as assisting you to place your shoes and belongings safely under the bed. You will not be required to change into a gown, however if you are having a Colonoscopy you will be covered with a sheet for privacy and asked to remove all clothing below the waist.

Your Anaesthetist will insert a cannula into you hand or arm, and give you medication to make you comfortable and sleepy. You will assisted to lie on your left hand side before falling asleep.

During your procedure your Anaesthetist will monitor your vital signs and sedation.

Your procedure will take between 15 minutes - 1 hour depending on what you are having done.