FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

• What is the Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Questionnaire?

It’s a digital pre-operative questionnaire available in the patient portal, designed to help gather important health information ahead of your surgery. 

• Why should I complete it? 

Completing the questionnaire helps your care team ensure everything is in place for your surgery, making the preparation process smoother and more efficient. 

• How will I know when to complete it? 

You’ll receive a text from Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust NHSWUTH letting you know you have a questionnaire to view in your patient portal (PPUK). Please click on the link to complete it.

• What if I don’t complete it? 

If you haven’t completed the questionnaire, you will be given a face to face pre-op appointment.

• Will my surgery be affected if I don’t fill it in? 

No, your place on the surgical list remains the same. However, filling it in early helps streamline the next steps and ensures your care team has the necessary information in advance. 

• Who can I contact for help? 

If you need any assistance, please contact the Pre Op Team using the messaging function within the Patient Portal