Discharge Time and Procedures

Leaving AEH: A Smooth Transition Home

This guide explains what to expect when you're discharged from AEH. We want to ensure a smooth transition back home for you.

Planning for Your Discharge

Discharge Process:

• All patients have a treatment and discharge plan. Your discharge begins when your doctor advises it.

• Our staff will ensure everything is in order before your leave, including:

  • Scheduling follow-up appointments, if needed.

  • Providing discharge medications with detailed instructions on use and potential side effects.

  • Offering basic self-care instructions and health education.

  • Giving you a summary of your treatment.

• We'll also call you within 24 hours of discharge to check on your well-being.

What to Remember Before Leaving:

• Take all discharge medications and follow instructions carefully.

• Don't miss any scheduled follow-up appointments.

• Double-check your bedside cabinet and safe for personal belongings.

• Return any borrowed hospital items.

Typical Discharge Time frame:

• Discharge advice is usually provided during morning rounds (8 AM - 10 AM).

• Discharge paperwork is prepared between 10 AM - 12 PM.

• You can expect to be discharged between 12 PM - 2 PM.