Pre-procedure Instructions

• DO NOT EAT OR DRINK anything after midnight the night before surgery, unless otherwise instructed by your Physician.
• DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES for 24 hours prior to your surgery
• PLEASE wear loose, comfortable clothing
• PLEASE LEAVE ALL VALUABLES (i.e. jewelry, watches ) at home
• PLEASE REPORT any changes in your condition, such as an obvious respiratory infection or any other acute illness, to your physician
• PLEASE ARRANGE FOR A CARE GIVER to take you home and remain with you after discharge. All minors (17 years of age or younger) must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
• BE SURE TO BRING your driver’s license or photo ID, insurance cards and any applicable copays
• Bring current list of medications with dosages.
• Blood Pressure, Heart, Seizure, Reflux, and Thyroid medications should be taken with a "Sip" of water the morning of the scheduled procedure.