Day Surgery

Day surgery allows patients to have a procedure and return home the same day. Our team provides safe, high-quality care and will monitor your recovery before you are discharged home.

Patients may have one escort accompany them during their time in Day Surgery. We encourage one parent or guardian to remain with pediatric patients.

Location

Day Surgery is located at Brockville General, 75 Charles St, Brockville, ON.

Before Your Surgery

Follow all instructions provided by your surgeon or healthcare team.

The Night Before Surgery:

Do not eat or drink after midnight unless you have been instructed otherwise.
Shower or bathe before coming to the hospital.
Do not wear makeup, nail polish, perfume, cologne, lotions, or deodorant.
Remove contact lenses before arriving at the hospital.

Pre-Operative Assessment

You may be scheduled for a pre-operative assessment before your surgery. During this appointment, you may receive:

Required testing
Admission information
Pre-surgery instructions
Recovery and discharge planning information

Please bring:

Your Ontario Health Card
A current list of medications, or your medications in their original containers

It is important to follow all instructions and complete any required testing before your procedure. These assessments help ensure your safety and reduce the risk of delays or cancellations. Talk to your physician about which medications you should take on the day of surgery, including over-the-counter medications.

Learn more about our Patient Discharge Guides.

Surgery Day Checklist

☐ Ontario Health Card
☐ Current medications or medication list
☐ Comfortable clothing
☐ Arranged ride home
☐ Valuables left at home

Day of Your Surgery

Please remember to:

Bring your Ontario Health Card
Bring your medications
Leave valuables at home
Arrange for someone to take you home after your procedure

If your care plan changes and requires an overnight stay, please ensure your family or support person is aware.

Important: A responsible adult must accompany you home after your procedure. You will not be permitted to drive yourself home. Do not plan to take public transportation alone or stay by yourself for the first 24 hours after surgery.

Leave Valuables at Home

Do not bring:

Jewelry
Large amounts of cash
Credit cards or other valuables

You can bring a small amount of money for expenses like parking.

After Your Surgery

Before leaving the hospital, our team will review your discharge instructions with you.

Make sure you understand:

What you can eat and drink
How and when to take your medications
Any activity restrictions or exercises
Who to contact if you have concerns or complications