Day surgery refers to planned surgical procedures where patients are admitted and discharged on the same day. There is no overnight stay required. It’s a safe, efficient model of care that is well-suited to a wide range of ophthalmic procedures.
Yes – the procedures and specialties available vary between our two Sydney day surgery facilities. To confirm what’s available near you, visit the Chatswood Day Surgery or Forest Road Day Surgery pages, or contact our team directly.
Bring photo identification, your Medicare and private health insurance cards, a list of any current medications, and a valid form of payment for any outstanding accounts. We also recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothing.
Your information pack will include any additional instructions specific to your procedure.
In most cases, yes. If your procedure involves sedation or a general anaesthetic, you will not be able to travel home unaccompanied. Your surgeon will confirm the requirements for your specific procedure ahead of time.
Parking and transport details vary by location. Visit the Chatswood Day Surgery or Forest Road Day Surgery pages for specific information on getting there by car or public transport, as well as disability access.
Some, but not all, of the costs of cataract surgery are covered by Medicare and if you have private health insurance your insurer will also cover some of the cost (depending on the type of cover you have). The gap payment will depend on several factors, including your level of private health cover and the replacement lens option you choose. We’ll go through all costs clearly at the time of your appointment.
You will need to pay for your surgery in full prior to your procedure. We accept all payment types including cash, credit card and direct deposit.
Alternatively you could look into early release of your superannuation to cover some of the costs such as Australian Taxation Office’s ‘Early access to super’ (contact the ATO directly).
We offer buy now, pay later options for cataract surgery through SurgeryAssist in partnership with Humm* Loan – speak to our friendly clinic team for more information.
*Approval subject to credit assessment criteria. Fees and charges, terms and conditions and minimum purchase amounts apply. Credit provided by Once Credit Pty Limited (ABN 99 112 319 632, Australian Credit Licence No. 386194), a subsidiary of humm group limited.
Our Sydney day surgery facilities are supported by a team of experienced ophthalmologists and specialists across a range of eye conditions and procedures.
To view the specialists at each location, visit the Chatswood Day Surgery or Forest Road Day Surgery pages.
For more resources about what to expect at admission and following surgery, review the brochures linked below or visit our For patients page.
Online admission form flyer
Admission brochure
Discharge brochure
Carers brochure
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