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Going home

Information for patients, their families and their visitors about being discharged from our Gainesville hospitals.

Visiting Hours & Welcome Centers

When it’s time to be released from the hospital, your physician will authorize a hospital discharge. This doesn’t necessarily mean that you are completely well — it only means that you no longer need hospital services. If you disagree, you or your caregiver can appeal the decision.

Being Discharged

Things to know before leaving leaving the hospital, including how to prepare for discharge and how the process works.

Medical Records

How to request a copy of your medical records online or in person.

Outpatient Services and Support

UF Health offers many outpatient programs and services to assist in your recovery and after care. Support groups are also available as you continue to maintain your health.

Outpatient Services Support Groups and Classes
A health care worker demonstrates an arm strengthening exercise to an older female patient. They sit on large medicine balls in a brightly lit room filled with mats, hoops,, and other equipment.

Caregivers

Family and loved ones play an important role in your recovery. There are services and support available for caregivers in their work.

Caregiver Support
An older woman in a wheelchair leans forwards to talk to two smiling children sitting in the lap of a middle aged woman.