Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) helps you prepare for any procedure that may involve general anaesthesia.
We aim to:
- provide clear information
- support shared decision making
- help you feel prepared and confident before your procedure
You can find more information about anaesthetics on
Anaesthesia.
Preparing for your assessment
For your assessment, you should bring:
- a list of your current medications
- any recent test results or hospital letters
- glasses or hearing aids if you use them
During your assessment, we’ll review your:
- medical history
- medications
- any health conditions that might affect your care
We also provide advice on fasting, medication, and lifestyle considerations.
In your assessment, you may also have:
- blood pressure checks
- blood tests
- an electrocardiogram (ECG)
Most appointments take between 60 to 90 minutes. This depends on your medical history and if any additional tests that are needed. We encourage you to ask questions and tell us what matters most to you during your assessment.
If needed, additional consultations will be arranged. Your care plan will be personalised based on your health needs and the outcomes of your assessment.
You can find more information on anaesthesia and preparing for procedures on
Royal College of Anaesthetics (RCoA) and the
Centre for Perioperative Care (CPOC).
The Pre-Operative Department
The POA Department consists of:
Department manager
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POA Clinical lead
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POA nurses
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Health care assistants
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We work closely with:
- surgical teams
- anaesthesia teams
- nursing staff
- Intensive Care Units (ICU)
- pain management specialists
Anaesthetic support to the POA service is provided through programmed activity (PA) sessions, including face to face clinic input and multidisciplinary review.
Give us your feedback
We value feedback from anyone who has used our services.
Sharing your experience helps us improve and maintain high-quality care.
Provide feedback for the Pre-Operative Department
Research and quality initiatives
The POA Department is committed to patient safety and high-quality care.
We contribute to local and national initiatives, including audits and quality improvement projects, which aim to:
- improve perioperative care and patient outcomes
- inform future clinical practice and research
We also work closely with local services that support patients undergoing surgery and critical care.
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