Preparation for Surgery:

            Do not eat or drink anything after midnight.  This is for your safety.  Undigested food can cause complications.  Your surgery can be postponed if you forget to follow this instruction.

            Remove all make-up and jewelry.  We also suggest that you wear casual two-piece clothing as you will be asked to change into a gown.

            Limit the number of people who accompany you to the center.  For adult patients we ask that you have only one person with you, because our center has a relatively small waiting room.  However, we do welcome both parents with our pediatric patients.  It would be better if siblings did not accompany a pediatric patient.

            If you experience health changes before your surgery date, notify your surgeon.  Please report even minor changes such as the common cold.

            If you suspect you are pregnant please notify your surgeon.  Anesthesia and other medications can be harmful to a developing fetus.

           Habla solamente Español?  Si usted necesita una persona para traducir, por favor llama a esta oficina tres días antes de la fecha de su cirugía.

            Patients in need of an interpreter should contact the surgery center prior to the date of surgery.

            Please bring your insurance card(s) and be prepared to pay your copay if applicable.