When you leave

Work with your healthcare team to plan your discharge and your ongoing care.

Have you been to hospital for a clinic appointment, day procedure or an operation? Do you have a loved one in hospital and you are leaving? Find out more about leaving the hospital.

You can also find information for before you arrive and while you are here.

Find out about leaving hospital and how you can get involved

This information will prepare you for your discharge.

After your hospital stay
What support will be available after I leave hospital?
Outpatient and community services

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Health information privacy and accessing your medical record

Keeping your information private

What happens to information about me?
Can I have access to information about me?
Freedom of Information application

Patient taking a survey

Tell us about your experience

Your feedback is important to us and helps us know what we are doing well and what we need to improve.

How do I provide feedback about my care?
Provide feedback after you leave
Get involved

Find out about being treated as a private patient and potential costs

The Alfred is part of Australia's public healthcare system and offers hospital care to any Australian resident under Medicare arrangements. There are some circumstances where payment will be required.

Will I have to pay for any services?
Making a payment