Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster is known for providing specialized care to patients from across the Fraser Health region. But once your surgery is over, there’s one important question many people don’t think about until the last minute… who is going to take me home?
If your family lives too far away, your friends are working, or you simply don’t have anyone available to accompany you home after your procedure, don’t worry. You’re certainly not the first person to find yourself in this situation.
Miss Happy Helper is here for you!
Rather than scrambling to find someone at the last minute, Miss Happy Helper provides professional surgery accompaniment and can meet you at Royal Columbian Hospital, assist with your discharge, and accompany you home safely.
Learn more about how the service works: Need Someone to Take Me Home After Surgery
Why Do I Need a Responsible Adult?
Even if you’re feeling well after your procedure, your healthcare team has your safety in mind.
General anesthesia, IV sedation, and certain pain medications can affect your coordination, reaction time, balance, and judgment long after you’ve left the operating room. Because of this, hospitals require many patients to leave with a responsible adult instead of travelling home alone.
It’s a precaution designed to help protect you during those first few hours after surgery while the effects of medication continue wearing off.
One Less Thing to Worry About
Surgery day can already feel overwhelming. The last thing you should be stressing about is whether your ride is running late or if someone remembered to come.
Having dependable surgery accompaniment means you can focus on your appointment knowing someone will be there when you’re ready to leave, even if your procedure finishes earlier or later than expected.
About Royal Columbian Hospital
Royal Columbian Hospital is one of British Columbia’s oldest hospitals and serves as Fraser Health’s regional referral centre for many specialized medical and surgical services.
The hospital is recognized for its expertise in trauma care, neurosurgery, stroke care, cardiac services, orthopedics, and numerous other specialties. Every year, thousands of patients visit Royal Columbian Hospital for scheduled procedures, outpatient appointments, and day surgeries.
Located in New Westminster, Royal Columbian Hospital is easily accessible by SkyTrain, with Sapperton Station just a short walk away. Patients often travel from communities throughout the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver to receive care here, making it common for people to need assistance getting home after their procedure.
Make Your Surgery Day Simpler
Once your surgery has been booked, it’s worth arranging your ride home as early as possible. Knowing everything is already organized allows you to focus on your procedure instead of worrying about last-minute transportation.
If you’re wondering who can take you home after surgery at Royal Columbian Hospital, contact Miss Happy Helper today for a quote.