If you are going into hospital for elective surgery and having a general anaesthetic then you should celebrate the Sacrament of the Sick, or indeed in the case of old age, serious illness or great sickness. Remember also, that going in to hospital you have to request to see a priest during your stay. If you would like the Sacrament of the Sick, please speak to Fr. Ian to arrange this. (See also the Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraphs 1514 to 1521)
A reminder also, that because of
data protection, if you wish to see a Catholic priest while in hospital or, indeed, any other minister of religion, you have to tell the ward staff and make the request; in the case of someone not being able to express such a request, the next of kin or power of attorney can do so on the individuals behalf.