Pre-Op Instructions

If you are scheduled for surgery, please read the following instructions carefully prior to your surgery under general anesthesia:

1. Do NOT have food or drink (not even water) for at least six hours before the appointment time. Do NOT chew gum, certs, or mints.
2. As an exception to item #1:If you take medication routinely, you should take it at your regular scheduled time with a sip of water. 
3. Please wear a loose fitting short sleeve shirt the day of surgery and remove any nail polish. This facilitates placement and function of monitoring devices. Do not wear contact lenses. Please wear closed shoes.
4. A responsible adult MUST accompany you to the appointment and take you home. You may NOT drive yourself home. We recommend that your escort stay in our office during your procedure. It is suggested that someone remain with you for the next 4-6 hours upon your arrival at home.
5. Should you develop a cold or the flu, please notify our office 24 hours prior to surgery.
6. If you have any questions regarding the above instructions, please contact our office prior to your surgery.
7. Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to scheduled appointment time.

Thank you for your cooperation.