Registration

Check in at the registration desk upon arrival, where our receptionist will begin your registration process. At this time, she will need to copy your insurance card. You will be given your financial and consent forms for surgery. Review them carefully and direct any questions to the receptionist. After review, you will be asked to sign the forms. At this time please let the receptionist know if you need a return to work form.

Before Your Procedure A staff member will escort you into the preoperative area, where you will change into a gown. The pre-operative nurse will verify your procedure, discuss your medical history and take your pulse, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure. Inform the nurse of any significant changes in your health occurring after your phone interview with the pre admission nurse. An IV will be started by the nurse and a member of the anesthesia staff will meet with you.

Your Procedure

After you are prepared for surgery and when the physician is ready an operating room nurse will again verify your procedure and escort you to the operating room where you will be positioned on the OR bed. Monitoring equipment will be applied. You will see your physician prior to receiving anesthesia. Once your procedure is completed, you will be transported to the recovery room.

Recovery

The staff in recovery will monitor you according to the anesthesia you have received. You may remain on the stretcher or go directly to a lounge chair. At this time, our staff will provide measures to assist you in your comfort and recovery. This may include pain medication, ice to the operative area and nourishment. When appropriate, whoever has accompanied you to the Center will be brought back to join you. The recovery room nurse will give you a copy of your postoperative instructions, your prescriptions and will review them with you prior to discharge.

Returning Home

After Surgery Instructions and Hints

After your procedure there are a few instructions to remember:

• Have someone stay with you for 24 hours following surgery.

• Take it easy until your physician says you can return to your normal routine.

• Do not drive, operate machinery, or power tools.

• Do not drink alcoholic beverages or take any medication not prescribed by your physician for at least 24 hours after surgery.

• Follow your physician's instructions regarding diet, rest, and medication.

• Do not hesitate to contact your physician if you feel you are having problems. If your doctor is not available, call the nearest hospital emergency room.