Preparing for your surgery...

Please read this information carefully and follow all instructions. This will help to assure that your surgery will not be postponed or canceled.

You will be contacted by a nurse who will ask you questions regarding your medical history and confirm any necessary medical tests required.
It is very important that you arrive at Lake Tahoe Surgery Center at the time indicated.
Do not eat or drink anything after midnight unless your physician instructs you differently.
You should bathe or shower and brush your teeth without swallowing the water the morning of your surgery.
A responsible adult must accompany you to the facility and be present when you are ready to leave. We suggest one person per adult patient, and we welcome both parents of pediatric patients. Parents are advised to remain on site during the procedure.
Please remove all make-up.
Jewelry should be left at home. If you wear contact lenses, please bring a case for safekeeping.
We suggest that you wear loose, casual clothing. A patient gown will be provided. If you prefer, you may bring a robe and slippers to wear home.

Note: If you experience any changes in your health between the time you last saw your surgeon and the date of your scheduled procedure, please notify your surgeon. This would include a cold, cough or fever.