Plan to arrive to the Outpatient surgery pavilion off Vadalabene Drive usually you are asked to arrive up to 2 hours before your scheduled time. You may receive a call related to a time change the afternoon before. (Doors open at 6am)
Patients may have clear liquids (such as water or sprite) until 3 hours before surgery with maximum of 20 ounces. This does not include dark liquids (such as coffee or cola)
NO FOOD from midnight until surgery time
Infants may have breast milk until 4 hours before and infants formula 6 hours prior (for children bring prepared bottles, pacifier, or sippy cups)
You will be advised if any medications are to be taken day of surgery or if you are to hold any prior to surgery
No make-up, nail polish, hairspray, perfume, deodorant or body powder.
No jewelry all piercings will need removed prior to surgery and may be cut off
Take a shower the night before or morning of with an antibacterial soap
Wear loose fitting comfortable clothing. Pajamas are ok for children.
Leave all valuables including medications at home day of surgery
If the plan is for you to go home after surgery you will need a licensed driver. No public transportation unless you have another adult with you.
We recommend someone to stay with you , no alcoholic beverages, no driving or important decisions until the next day.
Pediatric patients we recommend 2 adults accompany the patient.
Visitors are restricted to 2 per patient at one time.
Follow any additional instructions your surgeon may have given you
Bring your photo identification and insurance card day of surgery
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