This website provides tailored information about the process of undergoing surgery at the Western General Hospital.
You will find useful information about how your fitness will be assessed and how you can optimise your fitness prior to your surgery.
There are sections on the different types of anaesthetic and what the experience of having these will be like. You will also find information about your recovery and getting back to normal life after your surgery.
Finally, practical information about coming to the Western General Hospital for your appointments and for surgery will be detailed.
Importantly, this information should help empower you to physically, mentally, and practically prepare for your operation.
The aim is to help you maximise your chances of recovering quickly and help prevent complications.
The website is designed to complement the information that you will receive directly from the team looking after you.
Of note, the focus of this website is not on the details of the particular type of surgery that you are having – information regarding this should be sought when you meet your surgeon at clinic.
Getting fit for surgery
Day of surgery
Having an anaesthetic
Types of anaesthetic
Pain management
Recovery
Going home
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