FAQs for Patients
Frequently asked questions
We aim to support every one of our patients and help you to be as comfortable as possible. Here are some of the questions commonly asked by our patients.
If your question is not included below, please contact us using the online form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
How do I make an appointment?
Appointments can be made by calling our rooms directly.
A/Prof Johnson currently consults at:
- Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer
- The Women’s & Children’s Hospital
- Flinders Private Hospital
- Specialists on Stonehenge at Stirling Private Hospital
- Kangaroo Island Medical Clinic, Kingscote
Do I need a referral?
Yes, a referral addressed to A/Prof Johnson is required from your local GP.
You can either bring your referral with you on the day of your appointment or it can be faxed directly. For patients with a bone tumour problem, the special referral form below is preferred.
Download the referral form for tumour patientsIs there parking available?
The Stonehenge Rooms at Stirling Hospital has free parking at the front of the building.
Parking at Flinders Private Hospital is available via ticketed hourly rates at the front and side of the hospital.
Parking at Flinders Medical Centre and the Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer may be found in the multistorey car park at the front of the facilities via ticketed hourly rates.
The Kangaroo Island Medical Clinic has free parking at the rear of the building.
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Along with your referral, we also require your Medicare card, private health insurance details and any scans or X-rays that you may have in relation to your presenting complaint.
Where does A/Prof Johnson consult?
A/Prof Johnson currently consults at convenient locations for his private patients: Specialists on Stonehenge at Stirling Private Hospital, Suite 501, Level 5 at Flinders Private Hospital, and Kangaroo Island Medical Clinic in Kingscote.
Where does A/Prof Johnson operate?
A/Prof Johnson currently operates privately at Flinders Private Hospital and Stirling Private Hospital .
Do I need to fast before surgery?
Yes. Please call our rooms if you require clarification regarding your fasting time.
I am taking blood-thinning or blood-pressure medication. Do I need to stop it before surgery?
Yes; however, this depends on the type of medication you are taking and should be discussed directly with A/Prof Johnson and/or your anaesthetist before stopping any medication.
If you are unsure, please call our rooms directly and we will be happy to support you.
I have been booked for surgery. What happens next?
Once you have consented to surgery, we will guide you through a few easy steps to prepare you for your operation.
Firstly, you will be given a confirmation letter confirming your chosen hospital, operation date, anaesthetist and post-operative appointment.
You will be provided with a hospital admission booklet, which must be completed and sent to your chosen hospital at least one to two weeks before your surgery.
Depending on your surgery, you may require an appointment with your anaesthetist before your operation, and our reception staff will advise you if this is required. Pre-operative blood tests may also need to be completed, and this will be discussed with you.