General Surgery

Our General Surgery service provides surgical procedures and clinics for elective and emergency general surgery patients.

We see people who require surgical services associated with:

  • Breast and endocrine surgery (glands and hormones)
  • Hepatobiliary and pancreatic-surgery (pancreas, liver, gallbladder and bile duct)
  • Colorectal surgery (intestine, colon, rectum and anus)
  • Upper gastrointestinal and thoracic surgery (oesophagus, stomach, lungs and intestines)
  • Emergency surgery.

Our services

We offer a range elective and emergency services including:

  • laparoscopic surgery (Keyhole surgery)
  • trauma surgery
  • Hepatobiliary and pancreatic, gastric and colorectal cancer and breast cancer
  • bariatric surgery (causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity) (internal referral only)
  • endocrine tumours including thyroid cancer.

How to access this service

You need a referral letter from your GP or medical practitioner to access this service.  Your doctor will need to send your 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.

In the case of an emergency, call 000 or visit your local hospital. We will be able to assist you.

Refer a patient

GP and Specialist Hotline:
1300 364 938

Health professionals:
More information

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.

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 and take you home
  • Copy of Advanced Healthcare Directive or Enduring Power of Attorney (if you have one)
  • 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

Clinics

Contact us

Centralised Specialist Outpatients Services
Location: Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building
Phone: (07) 3646 6810

Gastroenterology Department
Location: Level 9, Ned Hanlon Building
Phone: (07) 3646 6810

Centre for Breast Health
Location: Ground floor, Ned Hanlon Building
Phone: (07) 3646 1975

Private Practice Specialist Suite
Location: Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building
Phone: (07) 3646 8346

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 your patient, view the General Surgery referral guidelines

GP and Specialist Referral Hotline:
1300 364 938

Health professionals

Five of our surgical units provide general inpatient and outpatient surgical services, and tertiary referrals for:

  • Breast, Endocrine and General Surgery
  • Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic and General Surgery
  • Colorectal and General Surgery
  • Upper gastrointestinal and General Surgery
  • Acute Surgery