Pre-Operative Medicine Clinic

The Pre-Operative Medicine Clinic is open to patients scheduled for a surgical procedure at our hospital. The goal of pre-operative medicine clinic is to help our staff determine your needs as a patient, and prepare you for your surgery. 

Location

The Pre-Operative Medicine Clinic  is located within Ambulatory Care, on Level 1 of the North tower 1N 600.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Referrals

Patients are seen by referral from their surgeon.

Physician

Referrals must be completed by their surgeon. To refer a patient for Pre-operative medicine clinic, complete the request on the Eventus Booking form.  A Cumulative Patient Profile must be sent at the time of referral.

Patients

Once referred, the scheduling office will call you to book an appointment.

Services

• Internal medicine assessment by an Internist based at Joseph Brant Hospital prior to the date of surgery.
• Optimize patients for upcoming surgeries and improve patient outcomes and safety.

Preparation

In-person appointment

• Ensure you have your Ontario Health Card or proof of medical coverage.
• Arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to your appointment.
• Check-in at the registration desk. 

Virtual appointment

• Follow the instructions provided in your virtual visit confirmation. 
• Have a list of your current medications readily available.

What to expect

In-person appointment

• Your visit may take up to an hour or more.
• Blood and other laboratory work may be required depending on the assessment.  
• Link to virtual visit health care section and virtual visit page.

Virtual appointment

• Taking part in a virtual visit
• Your visit may take up to an hour or more

Contact

Pre-operative Medicine Clinic
P: 905-336-4110 Ext. 1
F: 905-681-4879