Pre-operative Instructions

The following instructions may be helpful when preparing for your upcoming surgery. Please do not hesitate to call if you have any last minute questions. We can be reached at (519) 827-2112 during regular business hours.

You should receive your pre/post-operative prescriptions with this instruction sheet. For your convenience, please have them filled prior to your scheduled surgery, unless they have been previously phoned into the pharmacy of your choice. Please bring your filled prescriptions with you to your appointment.

It may be important to stop taking aspirin and non-steroidals such as Motrin and Advil, 7-10 days prior to your surgery. If you are taking Coumadin or another blood thinner, remember to discontinue them if you have been directed to do so. If you take antibiotic premedications, please take it as directed before your surgery. You will feel better if you have eaten prior to surgery. We keep the office cool, so dress warmly. You may bring your iPod or MP3 player with you if you like.

In order to evaluate your progress and healing, we will see you for one or more post operative appointments depending on the procedure you had done.

Antibiotics

Please alert the office to any allergies or sensitivities that you might have to antibiotics. You will be prescribed an antibiotic if our doctor determines it to be necessary. Take as directed until gone. It is advisable not to take these medications on an empty stomach, as nausea may result. For women taking birth control pills, be advised that antibiotics may interfere with their effectiveness.

Sedatives

If you elect to have oral sedation prior to your procedure here you must have a ride to and from the office by someone (no Taxi). It is advised that you not have anything to eat or drink for at least 6 hours prior to your scheduled surgery. Clear fluids may be taken up to 2 hours prior to surgery. If you have any medications that need to be taken daily ( anti seizure medication etc) it is OK to do so with water.

Food Suggestions

When preparing a post-op menu, please consider some of the following choices: