General Information:

Before you come to the surgery center your surgeon will review with you the details of having your surgery performed at the Center. You will be given detailed instructions and a representative of the surgical center will contact you to obtain and confirm any necessary personal information.

The night before surgery:

• Please do not eat or drink anything after midnight on the evening before your surgery.
• If you are taking medications for high blood pressure, diabetes or nervous disorders, contact your surgeon for additional instructions.
• Medications and anesthesia may be harmful to a fetus, especially in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. If there is the possibility of pregnancy, please contact your surgeon prior to undergoing surgery.
• Notify your surgeon of any changes in your health of if you have been exposed to any communicable diseases.
• Please do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours prior to your surgery.

The morning of surgery:

• You should arrive at the surgical center one hour prior to the scheduled surgery time with photo ID and insurance card.
• Bathe the morning of surgery; if you shampoo your hair, make sure it is dry and do not use hairspray.
• Do not wear makeup or lipstick.
• Wear loose-fitting, casual clothing that can be easily removed.
• Do not bring rings, watches or other valuables to the Center.
• Bring all prescriptions you are currently taking with you on the day of surgery.
• Bring a written list of known allergies.
• Remove fingernail polish.

Prior to surgery:

• Patients should not leave the surgical center unless they are under the care and supervision of a responsible adult. This may be a friend or relative who can drive the patient home.
• Smoking 24 hours before or after surgery may be detrimental to your recovery.

Following Surgery:

• Do not drive, sign important papers or make critical decisions for at least 24 hours.
• Do not operate machinery, power tools, etc. for a least 24 hours.
• Do not drink alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours.