Smoking cessation

Prehabilitation

Smokers have a risk of serious complications during and after surgery. Having an operation is a good reason to quit smoking. For the greatest benefit, you should aim to quit smoking at least eight weeks prior to surgery.

Resources

Get help from Quitline

What to expect from Quitline.

Smoking and surgery brochure

Watch the video

Contact us

Physiotherapist
Phone: (07) 3139 7201

Dietitian
Phone: (07) 3139 4443 and ask for the Prehab Dietitian

Social Worker
Phone: (07) 3139 5438 or (07) 3139 3288