After your surgery, you will be taken to the post anesthesia care unit where you will be closely monitored by our nursing staff.
After you awaken and are stable, you will be taken to a private room where you will rest in a comfortable recliner and the nurse will give you something to drink and/or eat. Your family may rejoin you at this time.
It is desirable to have a family member or friend stay at the facility during your surgery. Your surgeon will make every effort to meet with this person after your surgery. Children and dependent adults must have a parent, legal guardian, or other custodian in the facility at all times.
Most patients are discharged one to three hours after surgery, however our staff will determine this for each individual patient. The nursing staff will provide you with both verbal and written instructions regarding your surgery, anesthesia and how to take care of yourself at home. You may feel lightheaded and sleepy after your surgery for the first 12 to 24 hours-this is perfectly normal.
A nurse will call you at home after your surgery to check on your progress and answer any questions you may have.
After surgery information sheets (PDF Format)
For your convenience, the following documents from your physician are available right here. Your nurse will advise you as to which form you will need. To read these forms you will need Adobe® Reader®. If you do not have Adobe® Reader®, you may receive a free download.
