These include:

• Coronary angiogram and angioplasty
• Intracoronary imaging
• Permanent pacemaker insertion
• EP studies
• Loop recorder insertion
• AICD/device insertion
• Ablation for cardiac arrhythmias

If you require any of these procedures, specific written information would be provided at the time of booking. This would include details of hospital admission, medications, procedure details, duration of procedure and hospital stay etc.

Here are some general things you can do:

• Have important information ready, including your Medicare number, private health insurance/DVA details, emergency contact person details, your referral, a list of current medications, and results of any tests you’ve had since your last visit.
• If you have an implanted pacemaker or defibrillator, bring its identification card.
• Wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing that’s easy to get on and off.
• If you’ll be staying in hospital, pack a bag with comfortable clothes, underwear, toiletries, phone charger and any other personal items you might want (like reading material).