Saint Raphael’s has three convenient locations for pre-admission testing prior to surgery or testing related to a physical exam. These facilities offer “one stop shopping” for a wide range of procedures including blood and urine tests, EKGs and X-rays — that you may need prior to being admitted to the hospital or undergoing surgery. The Priority Testing Centers in the Orchard Medical Center and in Branford perform testing such as X-rays, EKG and lab work for non-surgical patients and individuals having surgery outside of Saint Raphael’s. We have two locations for Priority Testing:

In addition, we have the Pre-Surgical Care Center which is easily accessible from the 3rd floor of the George Street Parking Garage at the main hospital.  In addition, we have the Pre-Surgical Care Center which is easily accessible from the 3rd floor of the George Street Parking Garage at the main hospital.  Patients scheduled for surgery at the Hospital of Saint Raphael can get convenient and comprehensive pre-admission testing at the new Presurgical Care Center located in the Cronin Short-Term Surgery Unit.  In addition to the usual laboratory testing, the Center offers presurgical patients a central location for anesthesia consultation, nursing evaluation, sharing their medical history and getting a physical, when necessary. Providing one location for all pre-surgical requirements can help reduce anxiety for pateints before undergoing a procedure as it enables them to meet and interact with their anesthesiologist and other members of the surgical team in advance.  On the day of their procedure, patients will already know the environment, their surgical team and what to expect.  Having tests and evaluations in advance reduces delays on the day of surgery as the results will be within the hospital system. Also see: Cronin Short-Term Surgery Unit To Schedule a Test or Procedure