Pre-admission Clinic
Prior to your hospital admission you may have a pre-admission appointment which is usually 2 – 6 weeks before your procedure. At this time your health professional will complete a thorough health assessment and provide information and support about your procedure. This may take place in person, over the phone or via video-conference.
You’ll be given information about how to prepare and what to expect before and after your procedure. You’re welcome to ask any questions or clarify any uncertainties.
What to expect
While we aim to keep your appointment on time, please allow 3-6 hours as you may need to see various health professionals including a doctor, anaesthetist, registered nurse, pharmacist, research scientist, social worker, stomal therapist and physiotherapist. They may discuss the following:
- a pre-admission assessment
- review of your medical history
- admission times
- information and preparation about your procedure
- fasting (if required)
- coming to hospital for your procedure
- possible blood tests, X-rays, breathing tests or ECG
- organise additional tests if required.
- paperwork including consent for procedure.
What to bring
Every time you come to hospital
- Your Medicare card
- Private health insurance card (if you want to use it)
- 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
- A family member or trusted friend for support as you’ll receive a lot of information
For an outpatient or clinic appointment
- 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
Pre-admission Clinics
You will be advised on which clinic to attend and time of your appointment.
Clinic | Phone | Location |
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Breast Health | (07) 3646 1975 | Centre for Breast Health, Ground Level, Ned Hanlon Building |
Burns | (07) 3646 7476 | Specialist Outpatient Services, Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic, Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Ears, Nose and Throat | (07) 3646 7751 or (07) 3646 6810 to cancel or change an appointment | Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic, Level 8, Ned Hanlon Building |
General Surgery • Endocrine • Hepatobiliary Pancreatic • Colorectal • Upper Gastrointestinal | (07) 3646 7476 | Centralised Specialist Outpatient Services Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic, Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Gynaecology | (07) 3646 2392 | Gynecology Outpatients Department, Ground floor, Ned Hanlon Building |
Maxillofacial | (07) 3646 6810 | Maxillo-Facial Unit Outpatient Department, Level 8, Ned Hanlon Building |
Neurosurgery | (07) 3646 7476 | Centralised Specialist Outpatient Services. Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic, Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Obstetric | (07) 3646 2398 | Maternity Outpatients Department , Ground Level, Ned Hanlon Building |
Ophthalmology | (07) 3646 5230 or (07) 3646 6810 to cancel or change an appointment | Ophthalmology Outpatient Clinic, Level 8, Ned Hanlon Building |
Orthopedics | (07) 3646 7525 or (07) 3646 6810 to cancel or change an appointment | Orthopedics Outpatient Clinic, Level 7, Ned Hanlon Building |
Plastics | (07) 3646 7476 | Centralised Specialist Outpatient Services. Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Pre-admission and Anaesthetic Clinic | (07) 3646 7476 | Specialist Outpatient appointments Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Thoracic Surgery | (07) 3646 7476 | Centralised Specialist Outpatient Services. Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic, Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Urology | (07) 3646 7476 | Centralised Specialist Outpatient Services. Pre Admission and Anaesthetic Clinic Level 1, Dr James Mayne Building |
Vascular | (07) 3646 7815 or (07) 3646 6810 to cancel or change an appointment | Vascular Outpatients Department, Level 7, Ned Hanlon Building |