Going to hospital for surgery – Info Guide

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Going to hospital for surgery

November 2019

In this Easy Read info guide you will find information on signs of illness, including

  • Saying yes or no to surgery
  • Getting information about surgery
  • Planning for surgery
  • Going to your hospital check-up
  • Speaking up at the check-up
  • The day of surgery
  • Planning to go home
  • Getting better at home

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