Coming into Hospital brings with it lots of questions and sometimes anxiety. Here at the San, we want to help you be as well prepared as possible for your stay. Hopefully this section will provide you with answers to some of the more common questions you may have. If you have any further enquiries, please contact the relevant Hospital department, or email us at enquiries@sah.org.au.

Prior to Coming to Hospital     What to Bring to Hospital There are some essential items you need to bring with you to Hospital.     Pre Admission Clinic (PAC) Your doctor may have asked you to attend the PAC. Please see here for further details.     Preparing for Surgery This is a general guide about what to expect prior to your surgery and once you are in Hospital.     Planning for your Discharge It is important that you plan for your discharge before you are admitted to Hospital.     Maternity Bookings Expectant Mothers who wish to have their baby at Sydney Adventist Hospital are required to make an appointment with the Maternity Bookings Office. Your Hospital Stay     When You Arrive For Admission A short guide to tell you where to come for admission.     Your Meals Our food service and dietary staff specialise in planning and preparing meals that are healthy and delicious.     Your Room This section outlines what is available in your Hospital room.     Your Doctor Your own private doctor is responsible for your medical treatment while you are in hospital, and is the doctor with whom you should discuss treatment     Your Medications You are encouraged to bring all your own medication and prescriptions, including repeats, into hospital with you, along with any documentation from your general practitioner.     Patient Rights & Responsibilities Sydney Adventist Hospital is committed to delivering the highest possible standard of health care. As a patient you have certain rights when seeking medical treatment and care. You also have responsibilities related to that treatment and care. Parking     Parking Information A new customer focused parking system was introduced at Sydney Adventist Hospital in early 2007. When You Leave     Help to Get You Back on Your Feet Services provided by our Discharge Coordinators, Social Workers and Case Managers form part of our care for your recovery.     Payment of Account It is important to plan ahead for the payment of your Hospital account.     Patient Feedback Sydney Adventist Hospital values patient feedback.

Restrictions on Smoking And Alcohol throughout the hospital are based on health, courtesy, legal and safety considerations.