A complete pillar guide for any patient preparing for surgery in Dubai — from first consultation through discharge and follow-up.
Before surgery
Pre-op tests, fasting, medication review and emotional preparation. Read the linked checklists below.
Day of surgery
What to bring, what happens in admission, theatre and recovery.
Hospital stay
Mobilisation, pain control, diet and discharge planning.
At home
Wound care, pain management, diet, activity and when to call us.
Follow-up
Telephone check at 48 hours, in-person review at 1–2 weeks, and structured follow-up thereafter.