Before Your Surgery
Laboratory Tests:
We suggest that if any laboratory work or EKG is required, it be done with your primary physician. All lab tests, if ordered, must be done at least one day before your surgery. Some insurance companies require that your testing be done by your primary physician. Your surgeon, primary physician or anesthesiologist may order additional pre-operative lab tests to assist in screening and preparing you for surgery.
Pre-Operative Visit:
Most patients will have a pre-operative appointment scheduled with the anesthesia department 1-3 days prior to the surgery date. At this time, preop instructions will be given and you will discuss your anesthesia with a physician in the anesthesia department. Your lab work may be done at this time if it has not been done by your primary physician.
Confirmation:
A member of our staff will attempt to call you 1-2 days prior to your surgery date in order to confirm your appointment, complete a pre-operative questionnaire, and answer any questions you may have. If you are not home, instructions will be left on your answering machine (if you have one). If you prefer that we not leave a message, please contact us at (813) 977-8550.
If the patient is a child, please remember:
The single most important thing you can do to keep from getting sick and to stop the spread of disease-causing germs is to wash your hands often. By frequently washing your hands, you wash away germs that you may have picked up from other people or from contaminated surfaces.
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