Discharge

Your Consultant will decide with you when you are fit for discharge and inform the nursing staff accordingly. Your Consultant will send a detailed letter to your referring clinician and GP within a week of your discharge, explaining your operation and any required aftercare.

You will also be given a 24 hour helpline number. This should be your first contact if you have any problem at night or at weekends. This advisory helpline is manned by experienced clinical staff. The nursing staff will provide you with an information sheet detailing ‘dos and don’ts’ following your particular operation. You will also be given a letter for your GP stating the length of your stay, the operation, arrangements for any follow-up appointments that have been organised and any discharge medication you have been given.

Take-home Medication

This may be required on discharge. It may include pain-relieving tablets, which you can take in accordance with the written instructions on the packaging. It is essential in the initial post-operative phase that you take these medications on a regular basis and that you follow the written instructions on the packaging.

Suture Removal/Dressing Service

If this is required, you will be given an appointment for suture removal or dressings at the Treatment Centre. If you have any problems after your discharge, please contact the Treatment Centre.