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Frequently Asked Questions Before Surgery

When do I take my bath? Have a bath or shower the night before and day of surgery. What medications do I take the day of surgery? Take the medications written in your Patient Information Same Day Admission Surgery Program pamphlet that you received in the Preadmission clinic. What medications do I...

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Why do I have to see the entire Motor Neuron Disease (MND) Team at every visit? We have very skilled professionals with expertise in MND care. They often recognize issues early that you may not have attributed to the disease. They can alert you to hazards, offer advice, and recommend equipment that...

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How do I get to the Sleep and Apnea Assessment Unit? Use the Victoria Hospital, Baseline Road entrance to Zone E Level 1 Patient and Visitor Entrance between 7:30-8:00pm. Overnight parking is available in Parking Lot 7. A payment of $12 (credit card) is required and can be made as you exit the lot...

Anesthesia and You

What is anesthesia? Anesthesia means not feeling pain as a result of the use of drugs. The type of anesthesia you receive is based on your medical condition and the kind of surgery you are having. Who gives anesthesia? An anesthesiologist: a medical doctor specially trained in anesthesiology. They...

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How do I apply to volunteer? Please review the Becoming a Volunteer section of the website. How is my volunteer placement area determined? Volunteer roles are determined based on the needs of the units and programs throughout London Health Science Centre (LHSC). Volunteers are placed in pre...

Gynecology & Gynecology Oncology Surgery

Gynecology In-Patient Care Definition: Gynecology refers to the branch of medicine focusing on women’s health care. More specifically, gynecology encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of conditions and disorders affecting the female reproductive organs. The 19-bed in-patient gynecology department...

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What are the benefits of knowing my genotype? Determining your genotype is important to drug metabolism and will help your physician ascertain whether you are at risk for serious side effects. How is my confidentially maintained if I agree to participate in a research study? If you agree to...

Women’s Health

Welcome to Women's Health at at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC). Our program is a leader in women's health care, providing a wide range of services. Our health care teams provide women with information and options to make informed choices about their health care through the many phases of their...

Nurses

Nephrology Nurses The nephrology nurses at London Health Sciences Centre are Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses professionally trained in the specialized care of people with kidney disease. A nephrology nurse has a knowledge that applies to all ages, because children as well as adults...

Pregnancy Options Program/Abortion Clinic

If you would like your visit to this website to remain private, please click here for instructions on how to erase this webpage from your computer’s browser history. LHSC is committed to patient centered care including a woman’s right to choose her care. You Have Choices The Women’s Health Care...