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General Surgery

We provide elective and emergency surgical services for patients needing general surgery.

Our services

Our General Surgery Department performs a wide range of surgical procedures including:

  • laparoscopic surgery
  • abdominal surgery
  • breast surgery
  • endocrine surgery.

How to access this service

To access this service, your GP or medical practitioner will need to send a referral letter to the hospital.

If there is a waiting list, you will receive a confirmation letter and be advised on what to do next. If there is no waiting list, you will receive an appointment booking letter or we will contact you to arrange a suitable time for your appointment.

Refer a patient

To refer a patient:
General Surgery referral guideline

GP and Specialist Hotline:
1300 364 938

After your hospital appointment

Your doctor may advise that you require surgery. If this is the case you will be placed on a surgical waiting list and may need to attend the Pre-admission Clinic before your surgery.

Pre-admission Clinic
Coming in for surgery

What to bring

Each time you visit us

  • Your Medicare card
  • Private health insurance card (if you have one)
  • Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
  • Current medications (prescription, over the counter and herbal medicine)
  • Relevant x-rays, scans or any other test results or reports
  • Glasses, hearing and mobility aids

  • Your appointment letter
  • Any special items listed on your letter
  • WorkCover claim number (if relevant)
  • Snacks, a drink or money to buy refreshments
  • Something to read or do while you wait

  • An adult carer to support you, take you home and be with you for the first 24 hours after your surgery or procedure
  • Copy of Advanced Healthcare Directive or Enduring Power of Attorney (if you have one)
  • Any legal documentation (this will be discussed at your pre-admission appointment)
  • A jacket or cardigan in case you get cold

  • A dressing gown or cardigan, sleepwear or comfortable day clothes
  • Slippers and shoes (low heel, closed-in, non-slip, adjustable and firm fitting around the foot)
  • Your toiletries and personal items
  • Copy of Advanced Healthcare Directive or Enduring Power of Attorney if you have one
  • Something to read or do during your stay
  • Medical devices required for your care (e.g. CPAP machine)
  • Do not bring large amounts of cash or valuables such as jewellery, watches or other items of value to you

Contact us

Day Procedure Unit
Location: Level 2, Caboolture Hospital
Phone: (07) 5433 8857
Fax: (07) 5433 8856
Email:
Open: Monday-Friday 7.00am-8.00pm

Need help outside hours?

For non-urgent medical issues call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or visit your GP.

In an emergency call 000.

Refer a patient

To refer a patient to this service, view the General Surgery referral guideline.

GP and Specialist Referral Hotline: 1300 364 938