Frequently Asked Questions

Admission Form

 SJOG Mt Lawley, Hollywood Private Hospital and Glengarry Private Hospital have online admission forms. Please follow the link provided in the email we have sent you to complete your admission form. If you are unable to complete the form online please telephone the relevant hospital for assistance. WA Gastro are unable to assist as the form is a requirement of the hospital.

Prescription

You DO NOT need a prescription for the laxative that will clean out your bowel. It can be purchased from most pharmacies.

Fasting

This means nothing to eat or drink. It is important that you have nothing to drink 3 hours prior to your admission time.

Hospital Arrival Time

This is the time as stated in your covering letter as “Time of Admission”. We have staggered your admission time so that you will not be waiting around for too long. Please do not arrive at the hospital any earlier.

Time in Hospital

Please allow 3 to 5 hours for your procedure. The nursing staff will contact your designated driver when it is time for you to be collected after your procedure.

Driving Home

An adult MUST collect you from the Endoscopy Unit. You MUST NOT drive or use public transport as you have had a twilight sedation.

Medical Certificate

If you require a Medical certificate, please ask your doctor and he will provide one on the day of your procedure.

Post Operative Appointment

If the Doctor wishes to see you after your procedure our staff will make an appointment for you. Otherwise, please make an appointment with your referring GP to discuss your results.