Outpatient anaesthesia
Individually planned anaesthesia with continuous monitoring and personal recovery care.
Learn about the processAnaesthesia · Intensive care · Hamburg
Safe care.
Every step of the way.
Outpatient anaesthesia for children and adults – medically experienced, compassionate and reliably at your side.
Welcome
We create calm when trust matters most.
Our experienced specialist anaesthetists and medical assistants support you before, during and after your procedure.
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Personal care, clear processes and modern outpatient anaesthesia.
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Extensive experience in anaesthesia for children and adults.
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Continuous monitoring and reliable care until safe discharge.
Our focus
Expertise that gives confidence.
We care for children and adults undergoing outpatient procedures at selected partner practices in Hamburg and the surrounding area.
Paediatric anaesthesia
Gentle, child-centred care with experience, patience and time for families.
Information for parentsPractice partnerships
Reliable cooperation for surgical practices – flexible, well coordinated and on equal terms.
Become a partnerFor patients
Good information
brings peace of mind.
The following guidance helps you prepare. Instructions given personally by your treating practice or our anaesthesia team always take priority.
01Before anaesthesia · Fasting and medication
For safe anaesthesia, please follow the fasting intervals below unless you have received different personal instructions.
6 hours
before anaesthesia
Do not eat and do not drink cloudy liquids. Clear liquids may still be consumed initially.
2 hours
before anaesthesia
Stop drinking clear liquids. Prescribed preparation tablets may be taken with a small sip of water.
Children and adolescents
Healthy patients up to the age of 18 may drink small amounts of clear liquids until one hour before anaesthesia unless instructed otherwise.
Medication
Tell us about all regular or occasional medicines, including non-prescription products, supplements and herbal preparations. Do not stop any medication on your own; we will agree the correct plan with you individually.
On the day of anaesthesia
- Do not smoke.
- Remove make-up, nail polish and easily removable jewellery.
- Contact lenses must not be worn in the operating room.
- Remove removable dentures unless agreed otherwise.
- Only take morning medication after discussing it with the anaesthesia team.
02On the day · Process and accompanying adult
Please bring
- the completed anaesthesia consent questionnaire
- your current medication list and relevant medical letters or findings
- your health insurance card
Before the procedure
You will have a short personal consultation with the anaesthetist. We check fasting, medication, your general condition and relevant findings, explain the planned anaesthetic and answer your questions. An intravenous cannula is then usually placed.
Arrange an accompanying adult
After outpatient anaesthesia, you must not drive or travel home alone. A responsible adult must collect you and accompany you home safely.
03After the procedure · Recovery and care at home
We monitor you in the recovery area until you are sufficiently awake and stable. Depending on the procedure and anaesthetic, this usually takes one to two hours.
- Rest
Tiredness, reduced concentration or dizziness may occur. Rest and avoid physical exertion.
- Driving
For 24 hours, do not drive, operate dangerous machinery or make important decisions.
- Food and drink
Wait for approval from the team. The timing depends on the procedure and how you feel.
- Medication
Take prescribed medication and pain relief exactly as discussed.
- Supervision
A responsible adult must remain with you for the first 24 hours.
- Urgent problems
Contact the treating practice or our team. Outside office hours call 116 117; in an emergency call 112.
04For parents and children · Safe paediatric anaesthesia
Dear parents, we understand that anaesthesia can cause worry. We explain every step calmly and adapt the anaesthetic to your child, their age and the planned procedure.
What happens?
General anaesthesia is a controlled deep-sleep-like state in which consciousness and pain sensation are switched off. It may be started through an intravenous cannula or breathing mask. Breathing, oxygen levels, heart rate and circulation are monitored continuously.
Preparing your child
- Explain the appointment honestly and in age-appropriate, calm language.
- Bring a favourite toy, comfort blanket or dummy.
- Tell us about infections, allergies, medical conditions and medicines.
- Bring the insurance card, completed questionnaire and relevant medical reports.
- Bring a familiar drink and a light snack for afterwards.
Recovery
Your child will be monitored in the recovery area. As soon as possible, you can be together again. Food, drink, pain relief and discharge are agreed individually.
The first 24 hours
Do not leave your child unattended. No cycling, scootering, climbing, rough play, independent road use or unaccompanied public transport.
Our team
Experience with a human touch.
Four specialist anaesthetists and a dedicated assistance team provide safe medicine and personal care.
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For practices & surgeons
Good cooperation begins with reliability.
Are you looking for an experienced anaesthesia team for your practice? We provide medical expertise, coordinated processes and the required technical equipment.
- 01Flexible scheduling
- 02Experienced specialists
- 03Clear communication
Our range of services
We provide anaesthesia care across a wide range of surgical specialties:
- General & trauma surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Ophthalmology
- Vascular surgery
- Gynaecology
- Dentistry (adults & children)
- Paediatric surgery
- ENT medicine
- Oral & maxillofacial surgery
- Urology
Well cared for together
Our partners
An established network of specialised practices and medical facilities.
Dermatologikum Hamburg
Der Dozent
Orthocentrum Hamburg
Kinderzahnaerztin
Kieferchirurg Hamburg
Medical Eye Care
Gesundheitszentrum Quickborn
Augen Hamburg
MKG Dorotheenstraße
Lidchirurgie Hamburg
Praxis Clauder
Oralchirurgie Pinnau
Facharztzentrum Nord
Hanse MKG Bergedorf
CPM Lübeck
Smile Eyes Hamburg
UKE Augenpraxis
EDZ Süderelbe
Bergman Clinics Bremen
Traumarzt
Dienstpilot
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers
to important questions.
01When should I stop my blood thinner?
Never stop anticoagulant medication on your own. The timing depends on the medicine, the reason it was prescribed and the planned procedure. Contact us and the treating practice early with the exact name and dosage.
02I use a weight-loss injection – is that a problem?
Tell us if you use a GLP-1 medicine such as semaglutide or tirzepatide. These medicines may delay stomach emptying. Daily products are generally paused on the day of the procedure; for weekly products, the last dose should usually be at least one week earlier. Always coordinate this with us and the prescribing practice, especially if you have diabetes.
03Why must I be honest about alcohol and drugs?
Alcohol, cannabis and other substances can affect anaesthetic and pain medication, breathing and circulation. Your information is confidential and is needed solely for your safety.
04What if I have a cold?
A mild runny nose does not automatically cancel the procedure. Please contact us early if you have fever, a strong or productive cough, breathing difficulty or feel significantly unwell. We decide individually whether anaesthesia is safe.
05Should I bring food and drink?
Yes. Bring a clear drink and a small, light snack – something familiar for children. Only start eating or drinking after the team has given permission.
We offer 18 months of accredited specialist training in anaesthesiology, clinical placements and positions for anaesthetists, anaesthesia support staff and medical students.
Contact
We are here for you.
For questions about your planned anaesthetic, please first contact the practice carrying out your procedure. For all other enquiries, contact us directly.