Anesthesia:
Anesthesia services are provided by anesthesiologists highly qualified in all aspects of outpatient anesthesia. Your anesthesiologist will evaluate you before surgery and answer any questions you may have. Be sure to talk to your anesthesiologist about any medications you are currently taking, even over-the-counter drugs. The appropriate type of anesthesia will be determined by your surgeon in consultation with the anesthesiologist.

Recovery:
Immediately following surgery, you will be taken to our fully equipped recovery room where your blood pressure and pulse will be closely monitored by specially trained nurses. The amount of time you spend in recovery depends to a great deal on the type of surgery and/or anesthesia you have had. Some patients spend as little as 1/2 hour in the recovery room area; others spend 2 hours or more. Your surgeon and anesthesiologist will answer your questions regarding length of stay in the recovery area.

After Surgery:
For your safety and well being, you must have an adult family member or friend drive you home and remain with you after surgery. We cannot permit you to leave unescorted.

The medical staff will discharge you when they are assured you are in stable condition. HOWEVER, you could feel sleepy, slightly dizzy, or nauseated. These are possible (and normal) side effects of anesthesia and can last for 12-24 hours.