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General anaesthetic

A general anaesthetic is used to make you unconscious so you will not feel pain, move or be aware during surgery.

Spinal anaesthetic

A spinal anaesthetic can be used for most people, usually giving a safe and effective form of pain relief both during and after an operation or procedure.

Peripheral nerve block (lower limb)

A peripheral lower limb nerve block can be used for most people, usually giving a safe and effective form of pain relief both during and after the operation.

Preparing for surgery

It's best to be fully prepared for any surgery. Ask your doctor questions so you know exactly why you are having the operation and the risks involved.

Peripheral nerve block (upper limb)

A peripheral upper limb nerve block can be used for most people, usually giving a safe and effective form of pain relief both during and after the operation.

Epidural anaesthetic

An epidural anaesthetic can be used for most people, usually giving a safe and effective form of pain relief both during and after an operation or procedure.

Fasting for medical tests

For some medical tests, fasting may be required for a period of time beforehand. Learn more about different tests and when fasting may be necessary.

Questions to ask before surgery

It’s a big decision whether or not to have surgery. Asking your doctor a lot of questions can help guide you towards making the right decision.

Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck)

Abdominoplasty (also called a 'tummy tuck') is cosmetic surgery to alter the shape of the abdomen. Learn about the procedure and the questions to ask.

Facelift

A facelift is a form of cosmetic surgery designed to change a person's facial appearance by reducing lines and wrinkles.

Rhinoplasty (nose job)

Rhinoplasty (often called a ‘nose job’) is surgery to repair or reshape the nose. But what questions must you ask before having one? Learn more here.

Salpingectomy

Salpingectomy is the removal of one or both of a woman's fallopian tubes, usually to treat cancer, endometriosis or ectopic pregnancy.

General anaesthetic (child)

A general anaesthetic is usually a safe and effective way for your child to have an operation or procedure. Most children do not have any problems.

Breast augmentation (breast implants)

Women undergo breast implant surgery for many reasons. Learn about the procedure and the questions to ask.

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment for some severe mental health conditions. Find out about ECT, when it’s used and side effects here.

Mastectomy

A mastectomy is an operation to remove a breast, usually to treat breast cancer. Learn how to prepare and what to expect if you need this surgery.

Ovariectomy

Ovariectomy is the surgical removal of one or both ovaries, usually performed to treat an ovarian cyst, ovarian cancer or other ovary-related problem.

Hair transplant

Hair transplantation is a treatment option for baldness. It’s a surgery which transfers hair from where it is thicker to hairless areas of the scalp.

The role of a urologist

Urologists are surgeons who specialise in treating problems of the kidneys, bladder, urethra and adrenal glands in men, women and children.

The role of a ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologists are eye doctors or surgeons who specialise in assessment diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Learn what an ophthalmologist does.

The role of a neurosurgeon

Neurosurgeons (brain surgeons) specialise in the surgical treatment and management of conditions that affect the brain, spine and nervous system.

Sickle cell anaemia

Sickle cell anaemia is the most common and serious form of sickle cell disease. Read more about sickle cell anaemia and how it is treated.

The role of an oncologist

Oncologists identify, diagnose and treat people with cancer or suspected cancer. 3 main types include surgical, medical and radiation oncologists.

Liposuction

This type of cosmetic surgery reshapes the body by removing fat. It’s not suitable for everyone and isn’t a weight-loss procedure.

Amputation

The loss of a limb can be life-changing, but support is available. Read all about amputation, including preparation, recovery and rehabilitation.

Gender affirming surgery

Gender affirming surgery helps people with gender incongruence affirm their gender. Learn more here.

Maternity care in Australia

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, find out what care, support and services may be available to you in Australia.

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Search results for: "Anaesthetists"

Life stage

General anaesthetic

Spinal anaesthetic

Peripheral nerve block (lower limb)

Preparing for surgery

Peripheral nerve block (upper limb)

Epidural anaesthetic

Fasting for medical tests

Questions to ask before surgery

Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck)

Facelift

Rhinoplasty (nose job)

Salpingectomy

General anaesthetic (child)

Breast augmentation (breast implants)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Mastectomy

Ovariectomy

Hair transplant

The role of a urologist

The role of a ophthalmologist

The role of a neurosurgeon

Sickle cell anaemia

The role of an oncologist

Liposuction

Amputation

Gender affirming surgery

Maternity care in Australia

Life stage

General anaesthetic

Spinal anaesthetic

Peripheral nerve block (lower limb)

Preparing for surgery

Peripheral nerve block (upper limb)

Epidural anaesthetic

Fasting for medical tests

Questions to ask before surgery

Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck)

Facelift

Rhinoplasty (nose job)

Salpingectomy

General anaesthetic (child)

Breast augmentation (breast implants)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Mastectomy

Ovariectomy

Hair transplant

The role of a urologist

The role of a ophthalmologist

The role of a neurosurgeon

Sickle cell anaemia

The role of an oncologist

Liposuction

Amputation

Gender affirming surgery

Maternity care in Australia

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