Pre-Procedure Instructions
Before your procedure, you need to complete lab tests and an anesthesia interview. These may be scheduled by your doctor’s office for 2-5 days before the procedure or on the morning of the procedure.
Pre-Registration Checklist:
- Bring your identification (driver’s license or Social Security card).
- Bring your insurance cards, including Medicare/Medicaid documentation.
- Have a list of the medications you are taking.
- Have a list of your allergies.
Please do not bring children with you, as they may become restless while waiting.
Day Before Surgery:
- An OPS team member will call you to inform you of your arrival time.
- If you have any questions, an OPS nurse will be available to assist you when you arrive.
Following these instructions will help ensure your procedure goes smoothly.
Preparation
Do:
- Brush your teeth, but do not swallow the water or toothpaste.
- Call your doctor if you have a cold, fever or flu symptoms the night before your surgery. The procedure may be postponed if your doctor believes this would be best for you. The doctor may ask you to bring some of your medications with you.
- Wear loose fitting, easy-to-change clothing to the hospital. If you wish, you may wear a gown and robe or pajamas.
DON’T
- Wear fingernail polish or make-up, especially eye make-up which may cause irritation to your eyes during surgery.
- Bring valuables from home, including jewelry, wigs or contact lenses. We hope you can understand that the hospital cannot be responsible for such valuables.
- Eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery. This means no beverages, water, chewing gum, hard candy, etc. If you are unable to follow these instructions, it may become necessary to cancel your surgery for your own safety.
