Nothing replaces a discussion between a patient and their anaesthetist prior to their surgery on their day of operation. However, here are a few resources that give general information regarding specific types of surgery.

MAJOR SURGERY

• Information from the Royal College of Anaesthetists here
• Information from The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists here

EYE SURGERY

• https://vimeo.com/72466025
• Information from the Royal College of Anaesthetists here for eye surgery

For more information about canberra microsurgery, click on this link

http://www.canberramicrosurgery.com.au

GASTROSCOPY AND COLONOSCOPY

• http://www.anzca.edu.au/documents/anaesthesia-for-endoscopy.pdf

HIP AND KNEE SURGERY

• http://www.rcoa.ac.uk/document-store/anaesthetic-choices-hip-or-knee-replacement

SHOULDER and UPPER LIMB SURGERY

• http://www.shoulder2hand.com.au
• http://www.katherinegordiev.com.au
• http://canberraorthopaedic.com.au

SPINAL ANAESTHESIA

• Various types of anaesthesia explained here

EPIDURAL ANALGESIA (PAIN RELIEF) IN LABOUR

I have prepared a video that describes the procedure of epidural insertion, its risks and complications. If you would like to see it, it is located at

• https://vimeo.com/69994839

You will need to contact me by email for a password.

Please note that for advice on your particular requirements, you should consult with your anaesthetist.