Your surgeon will see you in the pre-operative holding area before your operation or earlier if there are any relevant issues.
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Will I have my surgery as soon as I am admitted to hospital?
No, there may be a wait depending on the order of the list as to what time you have your operation.
Do I need to bring my X-rays to hospital?
Yes it is very important to bring all relevant X-rays with you.
Can I take my regular medication?
Yes you can, even on the day of surgery with a small sip of water. Patients with diabetes and those on blood thinning tablets will have special instructions.