Prepare for Surgery
Planning ahead for surgery helps everything go more smoothly. The information below will help you understand what to expect before your procedure, so you feel confident about the process.
- Know Before You Go
To help your procedure go smoothly, please review and follow these guidelines:
- Avoid wearing makeup, nail polish, or body piercings.
- Leave jewelry, cash, and valuables at home. The center cannot be responsible for lost items.
- Do not drink alcohol within 24 hours of your surgery.
- Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your procedure.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing such as a jogging suit.
- Bring a list of all the medications you take, including over-the-counter and herbal supplements.
- Arrange for a responsible adult (18 or older) to drive you home and stay with you for the first night after surgery.
- Wear glasses instead of contact lenses, if needed.
- A consent form must be signed before surgery. For patients under 18, a parent or legal guardian must be present to sign.
- Inform staff of any new or changed medical conditions or medications.
- Patients of childbearing age may be asked to provide a urine sample upon admission.
- If you have not spoken with a member of our staff, please call the center by 4:00 p.m. the day before your surgery (or by 4:00 p.m. Friday if your procedure is on Monday).
- Going Home After Surgery
After your procedure, you’ll recover in our post-operative area until you’re ready to go home. A provider will review recovery instructions with you and your caregivers before discharge.
Please note:
- You cannot leave the center alone if you received anesthesia or sedation.
- A responsible adult must drive you home.
- Do not operate machinery or drink alcohol for 24 hours following surgery.
- A member of our care team will call you the next business day to check on your recovery and answer any questions.
Visit our Specialties page to learn how to get ready for your specific procedure.Â
Anesthesia
Your safety is our anesthesiology team’s top priority. Upon arrival, you’ll meet with an anesthesiologist if your procedure requires their care. Please notify us of any recent changes to your health or medications prior to surgery.
Advance Directives
If you have an Advance Directive, please bring a copy to include in your chart. Because all procedures at our facility are elective, Advance Directives are not enacted while you are under our care. If you require transfer to a hospital, your Advance Directive will accompany your medical records.
