Patients & Visitors Guide

Global Care Medical Center of Bay provides the very best care in every medical area. Our doctors are leaders in their fields with the most advanced medical knowledge at their fingertips and a highly-skilled nursing and professional staff working with them side-by-side.

Located in Fourth and Fifth Floor of the GCMCB Building, for Adult Consultation proceed to Fourth Floor and for pediatrics proceed to fifth floor of the Building.

For your convenience, our information staff will assist you through the process.

Are you scheduled for Surgery?

The Surgery Department and Operating Room Complex serve patients who have surgical procedures and return home on the same day. This allows for minimal disruption to your personal routine and promotes rest and recovery in the comfort of your own home.

The following information will you prepare for your day surgery experience:

BEFORE SURGERY:

1. Inform your physician about any past surgery or major illness you have had.
2. Make a list of any medications you take including the name, dosage and frequency you take it. Also include in your list any nonprescription drugs that you may be taking including vitamins and herbal supplements. This information will be helpful to your physician and will help expedite your preadmission process.
3. Ask your physician to clarify any aspect of surgery you do not understand.
4. Ask your physician if you should stop any aspirin or anti-inflammatory medication prior to your surgery.
5. If there are special instructions, ask your doctor to write them down for you.
6. Arrange your postsurgical activities to allow yourself time to recover. This time will vary with the type of surgery you have and your body’s response. Ask your physician when it is reasonable for you to return to work and to your normal exercise routine and activities.
7. Arrange transportation home. You must have a responsible adult drive you home or accompany you in a taxi.
8. Arrange for someone to be with you the rest of the day. Have someone else assume the care of those people who are dependent upon you. The length of time you will need such assistance will vary.
9. For any clarifications or verification please call our Information and they will:
   – Provide information about what to expect while you are in the Outpatient
   – Ask your health-related questions regarding your current medications, allergies, previous illnesses and surgeries
   – Confirm any diagnostic tests you will need before or after surgery
   – Answer any questions you may have.
   – If you have not heard from the outpatient surgery nurse two days prior to your surgery, please call us.

DAY OF SURGERY:

It is very important that you follow the instructions your physician and the nursing staff have given you about eating, drinking liquids, taking your medications and smoking before surgery. When you have anesthesia, consuming even small of liquids or solids beforehand can cause serious complications. If you do not follow these instructions, your surgery may have to be postponed.

1. Wear comfortable clothing.
2. After surgery you may need to pick up a prescription. There is a convenient pharmacy on the GCMCB, located in the Commercial Building near Emergency Room.
3. Shower the night before or the morning of surgery. Do not wear makeup and avoid powders, lotions or creams on or near the surgical area.
4. Brush your teeth before surgery but avoid swallowing any water. Do not chew gum or take breath mints or hard candy after midnight the night before your surgery.

DURING SURGERY:

A family member or friend may be allowed to go in with you with the discretion of the Attending Physician or the Hospital Policy may apply in the pre-surgical area before surgery and in the recovery area after surgery. They can be included in your discussions with the medical staff regarding your care following surgery, if you wish.

AFTER SURGERY:

You will have an opportunity to speak with your anesthesiologist before you have surgery to answer any questions you may have about anesthesia. Your departure time depends on the type of anesthetic and type of surgery you have and how your body reacts to both. If you are not feeling well enough to go home, your physician may admit you to the hospital overnight.

You can speed up your return to your “normal” self by resting, following the activity restrictions that the nurses and your physician have given you, and taking your medication as ordered.

Your physician or nurse will give you instructions about how to care for yourself once you are home, and who to call if you have problems.

At HOME Care:

Do not drive a car, operate machinery, cook, drink alcoholic beverages or make important decisions for up to 24 hours after your surgery. A nurse will call you within 48 hours of your return home to follow up on your recovery.

EXECUTIVE CHECK UP

For Executive clients, an exclusive package is offer with affordable cost. Look for our Stockholder Officer to assist you with the process.

EMERGENCY SERVICES:

Proceed to the Emergency Room and Trauma to assist by our high competent Medical Staff. They will explain the procedure and coordinate all your needs for your patients.

ADMISSION

1. When you arrive, please go directly to the Admitting Section, located in the main hospital lobby. For emergency cases, please bring patient directly to Emergency Room.
2. Our admissions Representative will help you complete the forms we need, answer your questions and make sure you’re escorted to the correct hospital unit. You will be asked to sign some papers giving us permission to care for you. They are perfectly routine and we need to have your approval in case something comes up during your stay. You may be asked to sign documents dealing with:
   – Data Collection and Processing Consent
   – Consent for care or surgery.
   – Release of information to your insurance carrier or other organization.
   – Responsibility for your hospital charges.
   – Assignment of insurance benefits.
   – Specific services you’ll need for your diagnosis.
3. Regardless of the reason for your stay GCMCB, please be sure to bring your insurance cards or forms.

PARKING:

For our clients, the front parking are designated areas to accommodate your convenience. If not yet familiar, please ask an assistance with our Security Guard on post. They are the authorized personnel to assist in the Parking area.

HOW TO GET HERE:

Please check this link below for your reference.
If you have questions about your upcoming admission to Global Care Medical Center of Bay, please call our Information: (0905) – 426 – 7009 , (0961) – 319 – 8099, (049) – 559 – 7009, then they will assist you to with our Admitting Section.