Patient resources

NHS
My planned care
My Planned Care gives you advice and support while you wait and helps you to prepare for your hospital consultation, treatment, or surgery. This includes giving you information about waiting times at your hospital and other supporting and local services while you wait.
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Having an operation (surgery)
This guide takes you ‘through all the steps in the process, from referral to recovery, so you’re fully prepared and know what questions to ask at each stage.’
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Royal College of Anaesthetists
Patient information resources
From frequently asked questions and leaflets to help you prepare for your anaesthetic, to a toolkit with important steps to improve your health and speed up your recovery. (Includes Easy Read and accessible resources.)
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The Patients Association
Patient information on elective surgical hubs
A short, three-minute animated video for patients about the benefits of elective surgical hubs.
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