Day Patients Overview

All day care patients scheduled for treatment are asked to adhere by the following instructions:

• All patients scheduled for day care procedures must have nothing to eat or drink
  (including water) from midnight of the previous day. Please check with your consultant
  if you may take prescribed medication on the day of the procedure.
  
  
• Arrive at the time indicated on your appointment letter, which should be brought with
  you for confirmation/clarification purposes.
  
  
• Bring details of your health insurance cover with completed self assessment forms
  and any medication you are taking.
  
  
• Bring night attire and slippers ( soft walking shoes or runners for those having an orthopaedic procedure).
  
  
• Remove all jewellery, make-up and contact lenses if applicable.
  
  
• Minors or those under 18 may be accompanied by an adult. Siblings are not permitted.

All patients having a day care procedure should not drive or drink alcohol for the first 24 hours after your procedure. We would ask that a responsible adult accompany you home after your procedure.

The nurses in the day care unit will be happy to answer any other queries and may be contacted at 01 4063 400.