Before your procedure you will be invited to attend our pre-assessment (pre-op) clinic to ensure you are in good health for your upcoming procedure.
The Pre-Operative Assessment Unit (POA) operates out of Beaumont Private Clinic, on the Beaumont Hospital Campus. POA is dedicated to preparing patients for surgery by ensuring they are in optimal health before their procedure. Our aim is to assess and minimise potential risks while providing essential information to patients about their upcoming surgery. Pre-Assessment Patients may be assessed via face-to-face consultations or telephone assessments depending on their health needs. The multidisciplinary approach involves collaboration between administrative staff, nurses, doctors, and anesthetists.
Nurse-Led Clinics: Operate Monday to Friday by appointment only, managed by a Clinic Nurse Manager II, who leads the nursing and health care assistant team. Limited walk-ins are accepted via direct referrals from the Outpatient Department (OPD) on the day of the OPD clinic. Patients may be assessed via face-to-face consultations or telephone assessments depending on their health needs.
Consultant-Led Clinics: Held every Wednesday and Renal Transplant clinics on Fridays, all strictly by appointment only.
Administrative Team: The unit is supported by an administrative team of Grade IV staff, ensuring efficient scheduling and coordination of appointments.
Comprehensive Health Assessment:
A thorough evaluation of medical, surgical, and social histories to determine fitness for anesthesia and surgery.
Diagnostic Testing:
Includes blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, weight, ECG, blood tests, and X-rays when necessary.
Infection Screening:
Swabs for MRSA/CPE and other infections are conducted as part of pre-operative screening on a case by case.
Patient Education:
Providing verbal and written guidance on surgery, anesthesia, fasting, medication management, and postoperative care.
Documentation:
Patients should bring a current list of medications, including dosages and frequencies.
Medical History:
Details of past medical conditions, surgeries, and specialist care should be provided.
Lifestyle Considerations:
Guidance is given on optimizing health before surgery, including smoking cessation, blood pressure control, and fitness improvement.
Patient Resources:
Access to pre-admission education sessions and information leaflets to prepare for surgery.
Lifestyle Modifications:
Patients are encouraged to improve their health by managing diabetes, quitting smoking, reducing alcohol intake, and focusing on mental well-being.
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To contact the pre-operative assessment clinic please phone: +353 1 797 4417 / +353 1 797 4741 / +353 1 797 4425 / +353 1 797 4424
Email: preassessmentclinic@beaumont.ie