For patients
Preparing for surgery
Our Fitter Better Sooner toolkit will help you prepare for surgery and speed up your recovery.
Preparing your mind before surgery
Tips to help you relax before and after surgery if you're feeling anxious.
Leaflets and video resources
Patient-focused resources, including a series of leaflets to help you prepare for your anaesthetic.
More about anaesthesia
Anaesthesia can involve a simple local anaesthetic injection or using powerful drugs which give you a deep sleep-like state.