If Lions Gate Hospital requires you to have a responsible adult accompany you home after your procedure and you don’t have anyone to ask (or simply prefer not to), Miss Happy Helper is your answer.
Because the effects of anesthesia and sedation can remain with you for several hours, it is not safe for them to allow you to leave by yourself… even if you are convinced you feel ok. They likely won’t even start the procedure until you let them know who is going to escort you home.
You can read more about the service here: post-surgical escort.
Located at 231 East 15th Street in North Vancouver, Lions Gate Hospital is the primary acute care hospital for the North Shore and provides a wide range of day surgery and outpatient services. Patients travel from North Vancouver, West Vancouver, the Sea-to-Sky corridor, the Sunshine Coast, Bowen Island, and surrounding communities to receive care here.
If it’s your first visit, give yourself plenty of time to arrive. Traffic on the North Shore, finding parking, and locating the correct entrance can all take longer than expected, particularly during busy weekday hours. Arriving early allows you to check in without feeling rushed and begin your day with greater peace of mind.
Before your procedure, you’ll receive detailed instructions explaining where to check in, what time to arrive, and how to prepare for surgery. Following those instructions carefully can help your day go as smoothly as possible.
Lions Gate Hospital serves such a large geographic area that many patients travel a considerable distance for their procedure. Planning how you’ll get home before surgery day is an important part of your overall preparation, especially if family or friends aren’t available to accompany you.
The hospital is also home to the new Paul Myers Tower, a modern facility that has expanded Lions Gate Hospital’s capacity with updated patient care spaces and advanced healthcare services.
Having a reliable discharge plan in place is just as important as preparing for your procedure itself. When you’re ready, contact Trina to book your surgical accompaniment service.