- A nurse will contact you before your procedure regarding your arrival time and any specific instructions about your procedure.
- The nurse will review pre-operative instructions and answer any questions you may have. They will also perform a brief health history.
- Do not drink alcohol or smoke 24 hours prior to your surgery – both can cause an adverse reaction to anesthesia and medications.
- Do not eat or drink for 8 hours prior to your procedure – this includes chewing gum, water, and mints.
- If you take any blood-thinning medications, ask your doctor for instructions about your medications.
- Da Vinci Robotic Surgery Patient Informational Video
- Brush your teeth, but don’t swallow any water.
- Bathe or shower to minimize the risk of infection.
- Wear comfortable, loose clothing.
- Remove all body piercings/jewelry, contact lens and do not wear any makeup.
- Bring a storage container for your glasses and/or dentures.
- Leave valuables – jewelry, cash, credit cards at home, except for what is needed to take of any patient financial obligations for your procedure.
- Please arrive at the check in time assigned to you.
- If you’re feeling ill (fever, cold, rash, cough) or have any health changes, please report these symptoms immediately.
- Registration will be completed, and you will finalize payment options – please bring your insurance card, ID, and form of payment.
- Once check-in is complete you will have a seat in the lobby and a pre-operative nurse will come to greet you and escort you to the pre-operative area.
- You will be taken to a recovery area and cared for until you are awake.
- As soon as your doctor says you are ready to be discharged and you have a responsible adult to drive you home, you will be allowed to leave the surgery center.
- Discharge instructions will be given.
- Because of the sedation medications given, you may not drive, use power machinery, sign legal papers or make important decisions until 24 hours after your procedure.
- Any concerns or questions following your procedure should be directed to your physician’s office.
- Make sure you have a follow up appointment with physician’s office.
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