Leaving the Hospital

The day you leave the hospital may be a time of both excitement and nervousness, however, your plan for discharge typically begins as soon as you arrive. There is no one easy route to discharge as every patient's journey is different with many varying factors.

Discharge time is before 10:00am each day. Discharge is important because it makes hospital beds available to other patients who need them. We are counting on you and your loved one to help us follow this timeline. Please be aware that if you are cleared for discharge and for some reason cannot go home then there may be a co-payment cost applied for your extended stay.

Your healthcare provider will let you know in advance when you are expected to be discharged. We suggest that you ask a loved one to accompany you home after discharge.

Please make sure that you have all of your belongings, after care instructions, prescriptions and return appointments when you leave the hospital.

If you have any questions or concerns about your medications, diet, activity or return appointments, ask a member of your healthcare team before you leave. If you need assistance with your discharge planning needs, please ask a member of your healthcare team to contact the navigator.