To get the best surgical result, I have compiled a set of instructions which must be followed

This serves as a guide, and remember I can always be contacted at any time should you have any queries

• Don’t be nervous, breathing always helps.

• If you are having local anaesthetic [awake surgery]-you may eat and drink your usual meals.

• If you are having general anaesthetic[you will be asleep]-do not eat or drink from 6 hours before surgery [children-       clear fluids 2 hours before/mothers milk 4 hours before/formula 6 hours before]

• We will inform you as to what chronic meds to be taken.

• No makeup, jewelry, false eyelashes/nails/or wigs. Wear glasses, not contact lenses.

• Wear comfortable loose fitting clothes-button up tops are recommended.

• Come into the hospital-to reception at the instructed time, and you will be allocated to your bed.

• You will be reviewed by my anaesthetist [in the ward, or in theatre receiving area ] whom will inform and consent you.

• I will mark you thereafter and see you before we take you to theatre should you have any more questions.

• It can all be rather daunting, but we are here to make your experience as comfortable and pleasant as possible.