“I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your personal care and attention. I never expected my surgery to go so smoothly and heal so well, and I am so thankful that I had the most wonderful surgeon to take care of me.”

Q: What should I do to prepare for surgery?
A: Simply said, “Follow the guidance of your surgeon!” Most surgeons will require that you undergo various screenings or evaluations prior to surgery. These can be as simple as having some blood work (blood drawn and tested). Other screenings can include, but are not limited to: a mammogram, an EKG, and/or chest x-rays. These screenings can vary depending on the procedure you’re having and your health history, but they are important in preparing for surgery as they will help ensure you are in good condition to undergo surgery. There are other important elements of preparation that are typically covered in your pre-operative appointment. One example is refraining from certain medications in the weeks leading up to surgery. You can be sure that the guidance given to you by your surgeon is important and should be followed diligently.

Q: Do I need someone to drive me to surgery?
A: Almost always the answer is a definite yes. Most surgeries require an IV sedation or general anesthesia. In this case you can be sure that you will require transportation in order to be discharged. There are some procedures that can be done with narcotics or sedatives (such as Valium) which still require you to have transportation available. Most people find it helpful to have someone drive you to your appointment and either stay with you or come back to pick you up at a designated time. You will not likely need transportation is if you receive local anesthetic (numbing medication injected via a needle). Several in-office procedures, such injection treatments like Botox, Restylane, etc. do not require you to have transportation.