Patient information

These FAQs are designed to provide general information. Every patient is different and your healthcare team will provide information specific to you and your operation. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss any concerns that you have with the team.

Highlighting the work of PatientsVoices@RCoA members

This strategy sets out the PatientsVoices@RCoA four year commitment, including its purpose, vision and values.

PatientsVoices@RCoA is a group of diverse people who support, advise and influence the College by providing patients’ perspectives on its activities.

We want our patient representatives to be heard where it matters most, to become increasingly visible across the work of the College, and to help us reach the diverse communities of patients our members serve.

Details about using our patient information and resources in your own hospital leaflets and professional printing information.

Having surgery? Our Fitter Better Sooner toolkit will help you prepare for surgery and share all the important steps you can take to improve your health and speed up your recovery.

Browse our leaflet series on the detail of specific risks associated with your anaesthetic, including side effects or complications that could occur.

When surgery may be offered as a treatment option, shared decision making (SDM) can form part of the surgical consultation.