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Check In

Check with the clerk about filling out admission forms. There’s a special area where your family can wait while you’re having surgery.

Medical History
The nurse may go over your medical history (including medications and allergies) and make certain that you’ve signed the consent forms.

Change Clothes

You’ll change into a patient gown for your surgery. If you wear dentures or contact lenses, you may be asked to remove them.

Anesthesia

An anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist will review your history if you’re scheduled for general anesthesia.

Going to Surgery

The operating room nurse will check your I.D. band and verify what procedure you’re having. You’ll then be transferred to the operating room.

SAME DAY SURGERY CHECKLIST

• Arrival times vary, so check with the surgical facility to allow sufficient
preparation time.

• Insurance forms and/or cards should be brought with you. A clerk will help you fill them out.

• Pre-op history and examination from your doctor are usually necessary for any procedure requiring general anesthesia.

• Lab tests may consist of urine and blood samples. These may be done on the say of surgery or 1-2 days in advance.

• Wear comfortable clothes such as a jogging suit. Leave all valubles at home.

• Arrange a ride home beforehand with a responsible adult, since you may feel drowsy after surgery.

• Don’t eat anything 6 hours prior to your time of surgery if you are scheduled for general anesthesia.

• Don’t drink anything (even water) or have candy or chewing gum 6 hours prior if you are scheduled for general anesthesia. If local anesthesia is scheduled, you may have a light breakfast.

• If you feel ill or have a fever, call your doctor. Your doctor will decide if it’s safe to proceed with the surgery.