Upon arrival at the surgery center, you will meet our pre-operative team who will provide you relaxing medication via an IV. Dilating eyedrops will be given to allow for a better view of the cataract. Once inside the operating room, the anesthesiologist will give a stronger sedative allowing you to sleep during the 10-15 minute procedure. Most patients awake in the recovery room with minimal to no discomfort and are ready to return home within 30-60 minutes following the surgery. Expect the whole process to take approximately 2.5 hours.