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Accessing post-op care

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AnAnxiousPatient · 11/11/2026 17:05

I'm having an operation as an NHS patient at a private hospital. Does anyone have experience of the post op aftercare available? It seems to be nonexistent via this route.
I will need support for basic needs such as washing, dressing and food prep on discharge. The hospital doesn't seem to have a discharge team to refer me. They've told me its up to me to arrange myself. When I try, I'm told I need a referral from the hospital....

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LIZS · 11/11/2026 18:27

Try your gp, they should be able to refer you to the Reablement or community care team. Meanwhile you could buy in easy to cook meals as carers will just heat things up or help you to.

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