Welcome Patients

To make your surgical experience as comfortable as possible, we require that you adhere to the following guidelines:

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surgery center (817 x 688 px)

What To Bring

  • Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you to the center, to stay with you at the center during your surgery and drive you home when discharged.
  • Wear comfortable casual clothing (no pantyhose), low heeled shoes, and remove all makeup and fingernail polish, acrylics and gels.
  • Remove all body piercings prior to arrival at the surgery center.
  • Bring insurance card, driver’s license/I.D., and method of payment for insurance co-payments and deductible (if applicable for your procedure). We accept cash, credit card or personal check.
  • Be sure to bring glasses and hearing aids, but please remove contact lenses.
  • Please leave all valuables and jewelry at home (we are not responsible for lost items).

Before Your Surgery

  • PRE-ADMISSION TESTING:
    • Lab work, x-rays, and EKGs may be needed prior to your surgery. Your surgeon will give you further details if necessary.
  • CONFIRMATION:
    • A member of our clinical team will call you prior to your surgery date to confirm your appointment and answer any questions you may have.
    • Information will be gathered regarding your medical history.
    • You will be provided with any special instructions.
    • We will verify your insurance and confirm that your surgery is authorized and inform you of your portion of co-payment or deductible that will be due prior to your surgery.
  • CANCELLATION POLICY:
    • Contact your doctor and the surgery center immediately if for any reason you cannot keep your scheduled appointment for surgery; including transportation concerns, if you suspect you are pregnant, or you experience changes in your health such as cough, fever or cold. 

24 Hours Before Surgery

  • Call your physician immediately if you notice a change in your health between the time you see your surgeon and the day of your procedure.
  • DIET (Special instructions will be communicated with Ophthalmology and Pediatric Patients):
    • Do not eat or drink anything after midnight before surgery or on the day of surgery. Otherwise, your surgery will be canceled; any exceptions will be explained by our qualified staff to include medications for heart, lungs and diabetes.
    • Do not drink alcohol 24 hours prior to your surgery.
    • Do not smoke for at least 12 hours before and after surgery.

Surgery (901 x 746 px)
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Day of Your Surgery

  • WHEN YOU ARRIVE:
    • Report to the receptionist at your scheduled arrival time (this time may be two hours prior to your surgery time).
  • AFTER YOU REGISTER:
    • Once registered, you will be taken to the pre-operative area where your vital signs will be assessed.
    • If you require sedation or general anesthesia, an anesthesiologist will meet with you to discuss and arrange your anesthesia care.

surgery center (269 x 300 px)