What are the benefits of day surgery?

Day surgery offers a host of benefits, the main among them being.

  • Minimized risk of infection since most procedures/ surgeries are minimally invasive
  • Less pain
  • Quicker recovery & quicker discharge from the hospital
  • Less blood loss
  • Quicker return to normalcy and thereby to work
  • Minimal disruption of normal life
  • Less medication
  • Less pressure on family

How does Day surgery work?

Apart from the surgeons, the team usually comprises an anaesthesiologist. The trained medical technicians & nursing & support staff

Prior to the surgery

A complete medical check is performed . you should report any changes in your physical condition ( such as cold , fever, sore throat) to your physician and follow diet instructions on the night before your surgery.

Day of your Surgery

Come to the hospital in casual comfortable clothing, accompanied by a friend or a relative. One the day is done, you will be transferred to the recovery bay where you will be monitored. Before discharge, our staff will provide you specific instructions regarding your home care.

Post Discharge

A nurse from our day Surgery unit will telephone you to check on your progress