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• Read all prep instructions carefully before you start

  Follow the steps as detailed unless your doctor or clinic staff advise otherwise.

  7 days before

• Confirm the clinic knows about blood-thinning and diabetes medications

  Do not stop any medication unless a clinician tells you to.

  7 days before

• Complete your online admission registration at St John of God Hospital

  IMPORTANT: Please commence your admission process by registering at: https://www.sjog.org.au/patients-and-visitors/my-admission. If you need assistance with the admission process, please call St Johns on 1300 863 566.

  7 days before

• Fast for 6 hours before your procedure if you are having sedation

  Nothing to eat or drink for 6 hours beforehand, other than clear water up to 3 hours before. If you are not having sedation, you do not need to fast.

  Procedure day

• Stop clear water 3 hours before your procedure

  Clear water only during the fasting window — no other drinks, lollies, chewing gum or food.

  Procedure day

• Take your regular medications with a sip of water at least 2 hours before attending hospital

  Tell the nursing staff about any allergies or sensitivities, and discuss blood thinners such as clopidogrel (Plavix) or warfarin with your GP or the hospital beforehand.

  Procedure day

• Arrive on time with your Medicare Card, Health Insurance Details, and a ride home

  St John of God Hospital Murdoch — clear water stops 3 hours before your procedure.

  Procedure day