Welcome to PACE Clinic at Norwest Private Hospital
If you're preparing for surgery, our Perioperative Assessment for Clinical Enhancement (PACE) Clinic helps get you ready for your procedure with confidence.
Our goal is to optimise your health, reduce risks and improve your overall surgical experience.
Our expert multidisciplinary team of perioperative doctors, nurses and allied health professionals provide a thorough pre-surgery assessment tailored to your needs. They will create a personalised plan that helps prepare you for surgery.
By attending PACE Clinic, you’ll benefit from:
- Personalised risk assessment: We’ll review your medical history, current health and medications to identify and address any risks
- Optimised health before surgery: We’ll help manage any existing conditions, adjust medications and provide lifestyle advice to help you be in the best possible shape for surgery
- Tailored plan: We’ll create a customised perioperative plan designed to support recovery, minimise complications and make your hospital stay a smooth as possible
- Improved experience: Preparation for surgery has been shown to lead to an improved patient experience
- Reduced anxiety & better preparation: We’ll guide you through what to expect at every stage of your surgical journey, helping to reduce uncertainty and stress.
Eligibility
You may be referred to PACE Clinic if you:
- Are having major surgery
- Have a pre-existing condition like diabetes, heart problems or lung, liver or kidney disease
- Have experienced complications with previous surgeries
- Your surgeon or doctor believes it will benefit you
What to expect
You can eat before your appointment (no need to fast) and your visit may last up to 90 minutes, depending on your surgery.
During your visit, we’ll ask about your health goals and preferences. This ensures we provide care that aligns with your expectations.
You’ll receive a comprehensive assessment that prepares you for surgery. This includes:
- Comprehensive health review: We’ll assess your medical history, medications and existing conditions
- Physical exams & tests: You may undergo blood tests, ECGs, lung function tests or other relevant diagnostics
- Optimisation advice: If necessary, we’ll recommend lifestyle changes, medication adjustments and referrals to specialists
- Personalised perioperative plan: We’ll create a detailed plan to ensure coordinated care before, during and after surgery
- Education & support: We’ll provide information on anaesthesia, pain management and post-surgery expectations to help you feel confident and prepared.
What to do before your appointment
Please complete your health questionnaire via our secure eAdmission healthscope.eadmissions.com.au portal at least one (1) week before your appointment.
If you need any help, contact our admissions team at 02 8882 8882 or admissionnorwest@healthscope.com.au.
What to bring to your appointment
Please bring the following to help us with your assessment:
- A recent patient health summary from your GP (including allergies, medical and surgical history, medications, and immunisation history)
- Recent test results (blood work, radiology, etc.)
- Letters from any specialists you’ve seen in the past 12 months
- Any recent hospital discharge summaries
- Medicare card, concession or health care cards (e.g., Pensioner Concession, Health Care, DVA card)
- Your medications in their original packaging
- Any relevant documents such as an Advance Care Directive or Power of Attorney
Referrals
Referrals to PACE Clinic are made by Norwest Private Hospital specialists and doctors. GPs cannot refer and patients cannot refer themselves.
Fees
There is a $100 out-of-pocket gap fee for patients attending PACE Clinic with a valid Medicare card.
If you're an overseas patient or don’t have a valid Medicare card, please email the PACE team for a quote via PACEnorwest@healthscope.com.au.
Additional information & resources
For quick access to other important pages, you can find:
- General Information about Your Stay at Norwest Private Hospital
- Parking and Transport Information
- Going Home: What to Expect After Your Surgery
- About Norwest Private Hospital
Contact us
PACE Clinic - Perioperative Assessment for Clinical Enhancement
Norwest Private Hospital
11 Norbrik Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153
Phone 02 8882 8882
Email admissionnorwest@healthscope.com.au