Surgery Day

We take a holistic approach on your medical needs.

This guide is for you as you have been listed for surgery to treat your eye condition. It aims to answer questions about your surgery – explaining what you can expect before, during and after your surgery.

Patients who are prepared for surgery and who take part in their care can recover in less time and with fewer complications. This guide will provide you the information you need to get yourself, your caregiver and your family ready for the surgery. Please note that the information in this guide does not replace the advice or directions provided to you by your ophthalmologist.

What should I bring on surgery day?

Bring along the Day Surgery Guide folder, deposit/Letter of Guarantee (LOG), if any, and the following original documents:

Appointment card
Identity card (NRIC) / Passport / Birth certificate
Medisave form
Deposit / Letter of Guarantee (LOG)* if any
*If your company is paying for your surgery bills, please email your LOG to SNEC Business Office at email: eboff@snec.com.sg or fax to (65) 6223 2835 prior to your surgery. Failing which, you may have to pay for the deposit stated in the Day Surgery Admission Form

Bring along your medications (with labels) and your pre-operative eye drops.

Bring a pair of sunglasses (wrap-around style is best) to wear after surgery in case your eyes are sensitive to light.

Do not bring valuables and / or excess cash.

What should I wear on the surgery day?
Wear comfortable clothing, e.g. loose pants or skirt and a button-front top with short or loose sleeves. Wear low heeled, non-slip shoes. Do not wear contact lenses, jewellery, make-up or false eyelashes. Remove your nail/gel polish and/or hair clip before surgery.

How long will I need to be in SNEC?
The surgery duration will depend on the type of surgery that you are undergoing. Expect to be at the centre for about 3 to 5 hours. Preparation and post-operative observation and instruction take time.

Where and what time should I register?
The registration place and time are indicated on the cover of your Day Surgery Guide folder. Please do not be late for your surgery.

What can I expect after registration?

The pre-op nurse will review your medical history to ensure that you are fit for surgery and check on your eye dilation.
For your safety and well-being, it is extremely important that you inform the nurse all of the medications that you are taking at home.
When it is time for surgery, you will be taken to the operating room by walking with a nurse or being wheeled on a stretcher / wheelchair.

What do I expect in the operating room?

Once in the operating room, your face will be covered with a sterile drape with a hole for your eye.
The eyelid is kept open by a small spring. This is not uncomfortable.
An anaesthetist is with you during surgery to provide sedation to make you feel comfortable and relaxed during the surgery. Depending on the individual, you may not be totally asleep during surgery but will remain comfortable. Anaesthetic eye drops and injections will be given to keep pain to a minimum. It is important to cooperate by not talking or moving your head and body during the surgery.

SNEC DAY WARD

The SNEC Day Ward offers day recovery facilities for patients undergoing surgery in SNEC. It houses two VIP suites, nine beds, 16 private cubicles, 31 recliner chairs and two dedicated nursing counters.

The day ward is staffed by experienced nurses who review patients’ physical health to ensure they are fully prepared for surgery upon arrival at the day ward, monitor patients closely after surgery for complications as well as counsel patients on post-surgery care prior discharge.

Location
2B Day Ward, Level 2, Lobby B
2C Day Ward, Level 2, Lobby C