After Surgery Instructions

Be sure to follow any specific post-operative instructions your doctor gives you. The surgery center will provide you with a written summary of these instructions.

Dizziness and nausea are normal after receiving anesthesia. You should wait 24 hours after returning home before you:

• Drive or operate equipment.
• Consume alcoholic beverages.
• Sign important papers.
• Take medication not approved by your physician.
• Stay alone overnight.

Any problems following your surgery should be reported you your physician’s office. In the case of an emergency, please dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.