Patient resources
Printable versions of our patient guides are being prepared. Each will be published once it has been clinically reviewed. In the meantime, these Australian resources are reliable places to start.
Coming soon, after clinical review
Each guide will show its clinical reviewer, review date and sources, like the pages on this website.
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Coming soon
Preparing for your anaesthetic
A two-page checklist: assessment, medicines, fasting, what to bring and getting home.
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Coming soon
Fasting before anaesthesia (adults)
Clear-fluid list and a space to write your own stop times.
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Coming soon
Fasting for babies and children
General times for clear fluids, breast milk, formula and food.
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Coming soon
Questions to ask your anaesthetist
A one-page checklist to take to your appointment.
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Coming soon
After your anaesthetic
The first 24 hours, common side effects and when to get help.
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Coming soon
Understanding your anaesthetic account
How billing works and what to ask, with no fees listed.
Other reliable sources
These organisations publish patient information that we cite. They open on external websites.
- ANZCAFasting before your surgery
- ANZCAAbout anaesthesia (patient information)
- ANZCAGLP-1 receptor agonists: clinical practice recommendations (with patient information sheet)
- healthdirect AustraliaGeneral anaesthetic
- The Royal Children's Hospital MelbournePreparing your child for surgery (general anaesthesia)
- Australian Society of AnaesthetistsAnaesthesia for children (pamphlets in English, Arabic, Chinese, Punjabi and Vietnamese)
- Better Health Channel (Victorian Department of Health)Dental anxiety and phobia
- Australian Government Department of HealthMedical Costs Finder
This information is general and does not replace advice from your treating practitioner.
Questions before your procedure?
For questions about an upcoming anaesthetic, contact Dr Aly’s rooms. Please do not send medical details through the website.