Your surgeon’s instructions come first.Your personal care plan may differ. Direct all medical questions to your surgeon or surgical care team.
Before your procedure
- Review prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, supplements, and other substances with your surgeon, nurse, or anesthesiologist.
- Do not stop or change a medication unless your surgeon instructs you to.
- Follow the eating and drinking instructions provided by your surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Fill any prescriptions provided during your pre-surgery visit before the day of surgery.
On surgery day
- Follow your medication instructions; if told to take a medicine, use only a small sip of water.
- Plan to arrive at your scheduled arrival time.
- At check-in, you will complete registration, meet your care team, and review required consents.
- After surgery, you will receive discharge instructions before leaving the center.
Common questions
Answers for a more confident surgery day.
Who should I contact with a procedure, symptom, medication, or recovery question?
Please contact your surgeon or surgical care team directly. For an emergency, call 911.
What should I do if I feel sick before surgery?
If you develop a cold, cough, fever, asthma symptoms, or stomach flu, contact your surgeon’s office right away.
What should I bring on surgery day?
Bring your insurance card if needed to update your records, wear comfortable clothing, and leave jewelry and valuables at home.
Will I need a ride home after outpatient surgery?
Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you after your procedure when required by your care team.
