PREPARING FOR SURGERY

If you are having sedation/anesthesia, a Registered Nurse will call you the day before your surgery/procedure to review special instructions and answer any questions you may have. 

Surgery patients should not drink or eat anything after midnight—not even coffee or water. You may brush your teeth, remembering not to swallow anything.

Pain procedure patients may have clear liquids – no dairy, cream or fats – six (6) hours prior to your procedure IF you are having sedation.

Please remove all these items before surgery/procedure.

Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing to fit over dressings. 

Please leave valuables at home.

• You have an elevated temperature, cough, cold, vomiting or diarrhea between your last visit to the surgeon and the day of your surgery.
• You suspect you may be pregnant.
• You are taking: GLP-1, diet pills, aspirin, ibuprofen, blood thinners, or certain herbal medicines. You can discuss this with your surgeon.

• Information To Bring: Insurance cards and photo ID.
• Driver: If you are having sedation, you must plan to have someone drive you home. Do not plan to use taxis or other public transportation.