BEFORE SURGERY
Preparing for your surgery
Please review the information relevant to you before your procedure. This will help you prepare for your anaesthetic and know what to expect before the day of surgery.
If you have been asked to complete a pre-operative questionnaire, please complete it as early as possible before your procedure.
Further information
The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) provides additional information about preparing for an operation.
Before your procedure
Select a topic below for information about preparing for your surgery.
Preparing for your anaesthetic
Information about fasting, preparing for your anaesthetic and what to expect on the day.
Prepare for anaesthetic →
Medications before surgery
Information about medicines that may need to be changed or withheld before your procedure.
Medication information →