Any pre-operative tests will be determined by your physician or anesthesiologist and communicated to you prior to the date of your surgery. We urge you to complete your online medical history via One Medical Passport as soon as possible as testing is based on your health history. Please complete testing as soon as possible to allow time for results to be communicated to our facility.
You will be contacted 7 – 14 days prior to surgery by a member of your health care team. This call will include a routine health assessment, instructions for the day of surgery, and answers to any questions you may have. You will also be instructed regarding any testing required based on your health history. You may also be contacted by someone in the facility’s business office to address financial matters such as your responsibility for copayments and deductibles. You may also be contacted by your anesthesiologist. You will be contacted the day before your procedure between 1pm and 2:30pm with your arrival time.
Yes. You will not be allowed to drive after surgery. Please arrange for a responsible adult (over 18 years old) to drive you home and for someone to be with you when you arrive. If you have received anesthesia, you should be prepared for someone to stay with you for 24 hours after surgery. We request that rides for patients having cataract, GI, pain procedures or procedures lasting less than one hour remain on the premises during the procedure.
Taxi’s or other ride services are not permitted unless you have a responsible adult riding with you.
Your physician or a pre-operative nurse will inform you of eating and drinking restrictions prior to surgery. It is very important that you follow the provided instructions. If you do not, your surgery may be delayed or cancelled.
You will be given instructions regarding medications by your physician or a staff member. Also, as noted above, please be prepared to list all medications (including name and dose) you are taking and to bring any with you that may be needed during your stay (e.g., inhaler or insulin).
If you take blood thinners, please contact your surgeon and prescribing physician for instructions regarding when you need to discontinue them.
Patients taking GLP-1 medications and receiving anesthesia will need to discontinue them 7 days prior to your procedure. If you are taking GLP-1 for diabetes, please consult your prescribing physician regarding management during this time.
Patients taking Phentermine and receiving anesthesia will need to discontinue this medication 14 days prior to your procedure.
Your safety is our primary concern. Your entire health care team will follow rigorous guidelines regarding site identification and procedure confirmation. National Patient Safety Goals have been developed which require your involvement too. You will be asked numerous times to confirm both the procedure you are having and the surgical site. You should take a very active role in all discussions with your physician, your anesthesia provider and our staff regarding the identification of your procedure and the correct surgical site. In most cases, your surgeon will mark the site prior to your procedure.
Take a shower the night before and the morning of surgery. Follow these simple steps:
We realize that surgery can be frightening for you and your child. The pre-operative call with the facility nurse is a great time to arrange a tour of the facility to ease any fears you both may be experiencing. If your child would like to have a stuffed animal or security blanket for added comfort, feel free to bring these items on the day of surgery. In the case of young children having surgery, it is best to have someone along with the driver to help care for the child on the trip home. If you experience any health changes between your most recent visit with your physician and the date of surgery, notify your physician immediately. Please report even minor changes, such as an elevated temperature, cough or cold. If you cannot reach your physician, please call the facility.
Please be sure to notify your physician, anesthesiologist and nurse prior to the date of surgery if you think you may be pregnant. The surgical procedure, anesthesia and medications may be harmful to a developing baby.
