Day Procedure Unit
(day surgery)
What is day surgery?
Day surgery is a minor surgical procedure that does not require the patient to stay in hospital overnight.
Our services
We care for patients booked in for procedures including:
- orthopaedic
- gynaecological
- urological
- ear, nose and throat (ENT)
- general surgery
- endoscopic (such as colonoscopy or endoscopy).
What to bring
Each time you visit us
- Your Medicare card
- Private health insurance card (if you have one)
- Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
- Current medications (prescription, over the counter and herbal medicine)
- Relevant x-rays, scans or any other test results or reports
- Glasses, hearing and mobility aids
- Your appointment letter
- Any special items listed on your letter
- WorkCover claim number (if relevant)
- Snacks, a drink or money to buy refreshments
- Something to read or do while you wait
- An adult carer to support you and take you home
- Copy of Advanced Healthcare Directive or Enduring Power of Attorney (if you have one)
- A jacket or cardigan in case you get cold
Contact us
Day Procedure Unit
Location: Level 2, Main Building, Redcliffe Hospital
Phone: (07) 3883 7777
Open: Monday–Friday 6.30am–8.00pm
Need help outside hours?
For non-urgent medical issues call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84) or visit your GP.
In an emergency call 000.
Refer a patient
To refer a patient to this service, view the referral guideline.
GP and Specialist Referral Hotline: 1300 364 938