What is perioperative care and what does it mean for patients, the public, and professionals?
For Patients
Shared decision making is a process in which clinicians and patients work together to select tests, treatments, management or support packages, based on clinical evidence and the patient’s informed preferences
CPOC has published new FAQs for paediatric patients having an operation during the COVID-19 pandemic
Advice and guidance on what you can do to take an active role in getting the best outcome from your surgery
Take an active role in planning and preparing for your operation to help you feel in control, leave hospital sooner and get back to normal more quickly
Information for patients on what to expect on their perioperative journey
Improving patient experience and quality of care is at the heart of what we do
Fitter patients who are able to improve their health and activity levels, recover from surgery more quickly