Preparation

The following applies to ALL patients who are having surgical procedures performed at the Hyde Park Surgery Center.

• Surgical and Procedure times are the best estimate we can give and may not be exact due to the unpredictable nature of findings. We urge you to arrive at the time given to you by our pre-op specialist. Changes in the Doctor's schedule may permit you to come in earlier than planned. Please check you personal voice mail the evening before your procedure for any arrival time changes
• The length of you stay will depend on how long your operation/procedure takes and how long it take you to recover from the anesthesia.
• You will enter the recovery room followingyour procedure/operation. There, the nursing staff and anesthesia personnel will care for you prior to your discharge.
• After you are stable and prior to discharge, a nurse will give you and your responsible adult instructions regarding precautions, and follow up care.
• Remember that a responsible adult will be needed to drive you home. You may not take a cab or public transportation home, following a surgical procedure.
• Within 24 hours after surgery, please do not drive or operate a car or dangerous machinery, sign important papers or care for a dependent person.
• You may resume your normal diet if you are not having problems with nausea and vomiting. Avoid greasy, fried or spicy foods on the day of surgery.
• Do not drink alcoholic beverages until 24 hours after anesthesia or while taking pain medication.
• If a problem arises after the surgery center closes, please call your physician's office.