Depending on which hospital your surgery will take place, you should proceed directly to the Admissions area. Because each patient is different and medications vary from person to person, it is strongly recommended that you inform your doctor what medications you are currently taking and ask which ones can be taken prior to surgery. Generally, hypertensive and cardiac medications can be taken prior to surgery with very little water. Nothing by mouth after midnight the night before your surgery. Medications should be taken with just enough water to swallow comfortably.
Every effort is made to ensure our patients experience as little pain as possible after surgery.
We encourage our patients to let us know if they are experiencing post-operative pain so that your physician can take appropriate pain relief action. Because this is a teaching hospital, your care is administered through a coordinated effort. This means that during your hospital visit, you will be seen by any one of a team of doctors, all of whom are very familiar with your particular condition. Every patient is different and thus requires different post-operative care. Rest assured, your care is suited to your specific needs and every attempt is made to allow for the safest and most efficient recovery.