Perioperative care Bunbury
Over 65+ and need surgery? We help you prepare
Surgery can be harder on the body as we get older, but a bit of preparation can make a big difference. The stronger and healthier you are before the operation, the better your recovery will be.
At South West Gerontology, we check your overall health, adjust medications if needed, and help you get in the best shape possible before surgery.
Geriatric care specialist Bunbury
Checking your health to lower risks
As we age, our bodies take a little longer to heal. That’s why preparing for surgery is so important—it helps lower the chances of complications and makes recovery smoother.
A few things that can help before surgery:
- Checking your overall health – We look at things like your heart health, lung function, and how strong your muscles are.
- Reviewing your medications – Some medicines can slow healing or or make bleeding more of a risk. If needed, we’ll change them.
- Nutritional support – Eating well before surgery helps your body heal better afterwards. If you need extra support, we’ll help you with a plan.
- Keeping you mobile – Gentle exercises can help strengthen your body, so moving around after surgery feels easier.
The better shape you’re in before surgery, the easier your recovery will be.
Reducing risks with a full health check
Every person is different, and some health conditions can make surgery riskier. That’s why we do a thorough health check before surgery to spot any concerns early.
We look at:
- Heart and lung health – To make sure your body can handle anaesthesia and recovery.
- Cognitive function – Surgery can sometimes cause confusion or memory changes, so we check for any early signs of this.
- Frailty and mobility – The stronger you are before surgery, the faster you’ll bounce back.
- Nutritional needs – We check if you need extra support with diet or supplements.
By checking everything, we can help prevent problems and make recovery smoother.
Working together with your health team
We don’t work alone—your GP, surgeon, and allied health professionals are all part of your care. We stay in touch with your doctors to help things go smoothly before and after surgery.
- If your surgeon needs extra tests, we’ll help organise them.
- If your GP has concerns about your medication or health, we’ll work together on a plan.
- After surgery, we check in to see how you’re doing and step in if you need more support.
Talking to the right people at the right time means better care and a safer recovery.
Postoperative care Bunbury
Recovering well after surgery
After surgery, the main goal is to get you back on your feet. Recovery takes time, but we’re here to help you heal faster and prevent setbacks:
- Pain management – Making sure you feel okay so you can move around and get proper rest.
- Mobility support – Helping you move safely so you don’t get stiff or lose strength.
- Wound care and infection prevention – Watching your healing and catching any problems early.
- Medication adjustments – Making sure new medications don’t clash with your regular ones.
- Cognitive support – Looking out for any confusion or memory changes after surgery.
If you’re having surgery at St John of God Bunbury Hospital, we can work with your medical team before and after surgery to make sure you’re getting the best care.
If you need extra support when you leave the hospital, we can help arrange follow-up care, rehabilitation, or in-home support to make things easier.
A good recovery plan can make a huge difference in how quickly you regain your strength and independence.
