After surgery, most patients return to work in around 14 days. You will have low energy for a while post-surgery and may need to have some half days or work every other day for your first week back. Your surgeon will give you clear instructions post-surgery. Most jobs want you back in the workplace ASAP, even if you can’t perform all responsibilities right away. Your safety and the safety of others are extremely important –poor energy levels can be quite risky for some jobs.