Pre-Op Instructions

Before Your Surgery or Procedure
Sometime before your procedure date, a staff member from this facility will call you to confirm your appointment time. They will also ask you questions regarding current or past medical conditions, allergies and medications you are taking.

Please don't hesitate to ask any questions you may have and be sure to let the staff know of any special needs. If your child is having a procedure, ask about our orientation party for children.

  • Your doctor or the facility's nurse will instruct you as to WHAT TIME YOU ARE TO STOP EATING AND DRINKING prior to your procedure.
  • If you take medication for any condition, ask your doctor and/or the facility's nurse whether or not to take it the day of your procedure.
  • For women, if there is any possibility you are pregnant, please notify your doctor and the facility's nurse.
  • Leave all valuables at home, including watches, rings, jewelry and wallets.
  • Notify your physician of any change in your health, such as a cold, fever or sore throat.
  • For your safety, please arrange for an adult to drive you home afterwards. You will not be allowed to drive yourself home.

 

Day of Your Surgery or Procedure

  • Arrive promptly at the scheduled time. This will allow adequate time for all necessary admission procedures.
  • Please bring your insurance card with photo ID or driver's license. If special financial arrangements are necessary, please call the Facility prior to admission.
  • Be sure to bring any paperwork your doctor gave you, such as test results or your medical history, and a list of medications you are taking.
  • Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.
  • Upon arrival, you will change into a gown and slippers which we provide. You will be asked to remove contact lenses, dentures and any prosthesis.


For Gastroenterology Procedures
For patients having GI procedures, the following information is provided to help you better understand your treatment. As always, your physician remains the best source of information.

Brief Description of the GI Tract

EZ Prep Instructions

OSP Cleansing Products

Phospho-Soda Instructions


Next Step - Read our Post-Op Instructions.

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