Surgery Information

Preparation & procedure guides

Each procedure has its own preparation and information guide. Download the guide that matches your booking, follow it carefully, and call us if anything is unclear. Your specialist will confirm exactly which instructions apply to you.

What preparation involves

Every day procedure follows the same broad path — from referral through to admission. Your written guide sets out the detail; here's what to expect at each step.

1. Get a referral & book by phone

   Ask your GP for a current referral, then call us on (02) 8964 8619 to arrange your procedure and confirm costs.

2. Complete pre-admission with your hospital

   Your hospital will send pre-admission paperwork to complete before the day, covering your health history and any medications.

3. Follow your fasting or bowel-preparation instructions

   Follow the fasting or bowel-preparation instructions for your specific procedure exactly as set out in your guide.

4. Arrange a responsible adult to take you home

   Because you'll be sedated, you must have a responsible adult take you home and stay with you afterwards.

5. Arrive at the hospital at your admission time

   Arrive at the hospital at the admission time provided with your booking, bringing your Medicare card and referral.

Our hospitals

Procedures are performed as day surgery at accredited North Shore hospitals, using modern endoscopic facilities. Your booking confirms which hospital you'll attend, and admission details accompany your booking.

Anaesthetists

Your sedation is provided by specialist anaesthetists, so you'll rest comfortably throughout your procedure. Anaesthetists bill separately from your gastroenterologist and the hospital. Their contact details, fees and the hospital each attends are provided with your booking.