Planning your recovery from surgery

There are things that you can do to prepare for surgery. Explore our interactive tool below to discover how you can minimise your risk, get realistic recovery expectations and plan your treatment timing.

Surgical Success Planner

Personalised Recovery Benchmarks & Pre-hab Guidelines.

Surgical Success Plan

Mr Saqib Rahman PhD FRCS

Consultant Biliary & Hernia Surgeon

Wessex Nuffield Hospital
Private Practice Service
Patient: Ready for Surgery Date:
Insurance & Billing

Pre-Op Optimisation Plan
Recovery Milestones
Hospital Bag Checklist
  • Slip-on Shoes / Slippers: Avoid laces; bending will be uncomfortable initially.
  • Loose Waistbands: Joggers/pyjamas prevent rubbing on incisions.
  • Long Phone Charger: Hospital power outlets are often behind the bed.
  • Chewing Gum / Mints: Helps stimulate gut motility post-anaesthesia.
DISCLAIMER: This tool provides general estimates based on standard clinical recovery curves. Dates provided are benchmarks. Always adhere to the specific instructions provided on your formal Discharge Summary from the Nuffield.