Arrive at scheduled time and check in at the round Concierge Desk.

• Remember nothing to eat or drink. You may brush your teeth, but do not swallow any water. Avoid tobacco products and do not chew gum!
• Take all blood pressure, heart or seizure medications as prescribed with a tiny sip of water prior to arrival.
• Leave all jewelry (including body piercings), watches and other valuables at home.
• If you wear contacts, glasses, hearing aids or dentures bring a case for safe-keeping.
• You may shave, but do not use After Shave or cologne.
• Wear loose comfortable clothing and good support shoes (easy to put on). Bring a pair of warm socks if needed.
• Bring a pillow to use in the car for the drive home.
• Bring all current prescription medications in their original containers.
• You will be in recovery after surgery. If you are an outpatient, post operative instructions will be given to you and your escort before discharge.
• You will be asked what surgery is being done, who the surgeon is, the site of the surgery, and if you have allergies by several staff.

Failure to follow these instructions contained in this brochure may result in a delay or cancellation of your surgery.