12/06/2026
You may not realise some procedures can be done without an overnight hospital stay. 🏥
For selected procedures, day surgery may be an appropriate option. With advances in medical technology, anaesthesia, and minimally invasive techniques, some procedures can be performed with same-day discharge after appropriate monitoring.
Swipe through to see examples of procedures that may be performed as day surgery:
👁️ Cataract surgery
In suitable cases, cataract surgery may be performed as a day procedure, allowing patients to return home after post-procedure observation.
🩺 Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is commonly done as a day procedure. If needed, minor interventions such as polyp removal may also be performed during the same session.
🦵 ACL repair
For selected cases, arthroscopic or keyhole techniques may support a day surgery approach, with recovery and rehabilitation continuing at home.
Whether a procedure can be done as day surgery depends on the type of procedure, anaesthesia requirements, expected recovery and monitoring needs, and your doctor’s clinical assessment.
That is why it may be worth asking your doctor, or seeking a second opinion, to understand which treatment options may be suitable for you.
Our specialists at HMI Medical Centre can help review your condition and discuss your treatment options, including whether day surgery may be appropriate.
Visit hmimedical.com to learn more