Preparing For Surgery

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Please talk to your physician about any daily medications you currently are taking, especially for heart, diabetes or blood pressure problems. Be sure to mention any over the counter drugs such as aspirin, diet pills, Bufferin, Nuprin, Advil, Motrin, or Vitamin E. At your pre-op visit, you will receive instructions concerning which medication you should take the morning of surgery.

Transportation:
For your safety and protection, you will not be allowed to drive a motor vehicle when discharged. If your surgery involves a general anesthetic or other type of sedation, please arrange for a responsible person to remain at the center during surgery and to stay with you the first night following surgery. If the patient is a child, it is best to have someone along with the driver to help care for the child on the trip home. Your surgery will be canceled if there is no one to drive you home or stay with you the first night.

When to notify your physician:
If for any reason you cannot keep your scheduled surgery appointment, or if you experience any changes in your health(cough, fever, or a cold) or suspect you may be pregnant, contact your physician immediately.