English as a Second Language
If you have difficulty understanding English, you may bring a family member for support. Assistance is also available from the Translation and Interpretation Service (TIS) on 131 450.
If you have difficulty understanding English, you may bring a family member for support. Assistance is also available from the Translation and Interpretation Service (TIS) on 131 450.
You will be notified about fasting times by your surgeon’s staff and by a member of the JSDS staff.
Alcohol should not be consumed prior to surgery as it could interact with some medications. To achieve a better outcome it is advised that you do not smoke prior to your surgery or immediately after.
In accordance with the NSW Ministry of Health Policy, JSDS is a smoke free environment.
Please follow any pre admission instructions given to you by your doctor.
If accompanying a patient you may wait in reception. Alternatively, we will ring when the patient is ready to leave.
It is important that you advise us if your weight is greater than 120kg as it may not be advisable for you to have your procedure at our Day Surgery.
If your friends or relatives require accommodation close to the Day Surgery or during your stay our recommendations are below. Corporate rates are available.
Little National Hotel
T: (02) 9135 0222
Apply code ‘CORP’ at time of booking for 20% discount
Mantra 2 Bond Street
T: 1300 092 872
Please let them know you have been referred by JSDS
Travelodge Wynyard
T: (02) 9274 1222
Apply code ‘TH13163697’ at time of booking for 15% discount
Amora Hotel
T: (02) 9696 2500
It is important that you understand what to expect whilst in the Day Surgery and for staff to be able to communicate with you and your carer in order to provide the best possible care. If you have difficulty understanding information about your care you can: