Before Your Appointment
- Confirm the appointment date, time, clinic address and current fee.
- Bring identification, your Medicare card if relevant, and details of medicines, allergies and important medical conditions.
- Follow only the fasting, medicine and preparation instructions given by the clinic for your planned care.
- For a child, a parent or legal guardian must attend and complete the required consent process.
At Your Consultation
The doctor reviews the reason for considering circumcision, relevant health history and whether an examination is required. You can ask about technique options, anaesthesia, possible benefits and risks, alternatives, expected recovery, follow-up and total cost.
A consultation does not commit you to treatment. A procedure is scheduled only if it is considered suitable and informed consent has been completed.
Procedure Day and Going Home
Arrangements differ by age, anaesthetic and procedure. Follow the clinic’s instructions about food, medicines, clothing, transport and supervision. Do not drive if the clinic advises against it.
Aftercare and Follow-up
Follow the written care plan for hygiene, dressings or device care, pain relief, bathing, activity and follow-up. Recovery time varies. Do not substitute general online advice for your clinician’s plan.
When to Seek Help
Contact the clinic urgently for persistent bleeding, worsening pain or swelling, fever, discharge, difficulty passing urine, or if a device moves unexpectedly. Call Triple Zero (000) for a life-threatening emergency.