Coming to Hospital

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We pride ourselves on providing the best possible care to meet our patients’ physical, emotional and cultural needs. We will do all we can to make your stay with us as pleasant and comfortable as possible.

Before you come to hospital you will be given information, including a time to arrive and where you need to go.

Please make sure you have followed any instructions to prepare for an operation or procedure (including any limitations on eating, drinking and smoking).

It is important to arrive on time for your appointment.

What to bring to hospital?

If you are staying in hospital for one or more nights please bring the following items:

Clothing:

Loose fitting comfortable casual clothes for day
Pajamas and dressing gown
Comfortable shoes or slippers

Toiletries:

Such as shampoo, conditioner, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap and shaving kit

Personal items:

Medication
Glasses, hearing aids and walking aids
Books and magazines
Entertainment devices and headphones
Phone charger

Medical details, records and identification:

Medicare Card
Health insurance details
Health Care Card
Veteran’s Affairs details
Full/part pension number
WorkCare or TAC information with employer details and claim number
Referral letters
X-rays or test results
Pharmaceutical entitlement number
Telephone numbers of two family members or friends who can be contacted if necessary

Please note:

Do not bring valuables, such as jewellery or large amounts of money
Do not wear makeup or nail polish
Remove all body piercings

Coming to Hospital

What to bring to hospital?

If you are staying in hospital for one or more nights please bring the following items:

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