Centralised Pre Operative Assessment Unit
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Welcome to the centralised pre-operative assessment unit The centralised pre-op unit was moved off site in June 2021, designed to provide an excellent service in pre operative assessment for all specialities. The pre-operative assessment unit has now moved, new address below: Central Pre-operative assessment clinic We assess patients who will be undertaking planned (elective) surgery in the specialities of:
At the pre -op assessment unit our aim is to assess your medical health prior to surgery regarding your fitness for your operation and provide you with any necessary information regarding your anaesthetic. You will not see your surgeon at this appointment. The nurse will collect information from you regarding your medical history, current medication and allergies and also ask questions about your social circumstances relevant to your admission and to prepare you for your discharge home. Some tests are undertaken at the time of your pre-operative assessment such as blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation levels, height and weight and other appropriate investigations are organised according to your individual needs. This may include blood tests, a heart trace and screening for the hospital acquired infection MRSA. In preparation for an ECG (heart trace) please do not use any moisturisers before attending Pre-op. You will be provided with verbal or written information regarding your admission to hospital, including management of your medication. Useful resourcesPlease find below some useful resources to help you prepare for your pre-operative assessment.
Click the image below to watch the video on how to prepare for surgery
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Patient Leaflets
Contact usPlease do not hesitate to contact us if you have a question or need to reschedule your appointment. 0114 2266235 or 0114 2266369 AccessAbleClick the link below to see the Central Pre-Operative Assessment unit on AccessAble where you can see transport routes and the entrances to the unit. |
