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Perioperative Assessment Clinic (PACs)

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Mission Statement

The Pre-Admission Assessment clinic is an outpatient service dedicated to preparing you for your upcoming surgery, anaesthesia, admission and discharge. I am committed to making your Pre-Admission Assessment visit as positive an experience as possible and tailored specifically for you.

Department Profile

Department Description
All patients, > 13 years, are pre-assessed for their suitability for day surgery undergoing general anaesthetic.

Services Provided
Pre-Admission Assessment for all patients >13 years undergoing general anaesthetic for day surgery.

Location
Located on the first floor via the main hospital entrance. The most convenient way to get to the Unit is to go to the lifts or stairs in the main hospital and follow the directions to the day surgery reception area.

Staff
Jackie Cronin, Clinical Nurse Specialist, ext - 26261, bleep #840

Opening Hours
Monday - Thursday – 0830-1700 and Fri – 0830-1600

Links

• Smoking Cessation advice given - smoking referral to Resource Officer provided
• Diet and Exercise advice given
• Patients undergoing a local anaesthetic do not attend the Pre Admission Assessment Clinic but receive an information leaflet regarding the relevant surgery.