Admission
Introduction
It’s normal to feel anxious about staying in the hospital, especially during this pandemic or if you have never stayed in hospital before. Please know you’re not alone. You will have an entire healthcare team focused on your safety and well-being. I will give you some basic information about how you can be prepared for the admission. This information will be useful for you and your family.
What to Bring
Personal Care Items
- Face mask and hand sanitizer
- Comfortable sleepwear
- Slippers
- Toiletries and personal hygiene items
Medical Equipment
- Crutches or walking aids
- Prosthetics
- C-PAP machine
- Hearing aids
- Eyeglasses
Personal Care Items
- Medication list with dosages
- Previous medical notes and files
- MRI/CT/X-ray CDs and films
- Referral letters
- Admission slip
- Recent blood results
What NOT to Bring
Leave These Items at Home
- Large sums of money
- Expensive jewelry (wear only essentials)
- Electronics (laptops, iPods, iPads)
- Valuable personal items
Admission Timeline
Confirm Your Time
We’ll notify you of your admission time, but it’s always worth calling the spine specialist nurse, secretary, or hospital admission staff for confirmation and additional details.
When to Arrive
Admission is typically 1-2 days before surgery, depending on your condition, distance from home, and overall health. We aim to admit you as close to surgery as possible.
Duration
The admission process takes 15 minutes to 1 hour. Planning ahead and bringing all required documents helps shorten this time significantly.
Admission Processes Dependents On The Multiple Factors
Bed Availability
Room allocation based on current hospital capacity
Pre-Surgery Tests
Additional tests may be needed before surgery
Specialist Consultations
Other doctors may need to evaluate you first
Anesthetic Workup
Pre-operative assessment and consultation required
We Understand Your Concerns
Waiting can be frustrating, especially when you’re in pain. Our staff fully understands your situation and works diligently to get you comfortable as quickly as possible. Please be patient with the staff—the admission process includes important safety checks. If you have urgent concerns, don’t hesitate to contact your doctor directly.