When You Leave

DISCHARGE INFORMATION

• DISCHARGE TIME is usually 10am (excluding day procedure patients who will be informed of their approximate discharge time on admission).
• You should arrange for someone to escort you home
• You must not drive a car for 24 hours following your operation/procedure or anaesthesia (your motor vehicle insurance may not cover you).
• Before you leave the hospital, make sure that you or your relatives/friends know how to care for you at home.
• Check with your nurse/doctor about continuing medication, follow-up appointment, etc.
• Please do not forget to collect any x-rays or medications brought with you on admission
• Please contact the nursing staff if you have any concerns, problems or suggestions during your stay.