Scheduling your surgery with the surgeon’s office and the hospital or outpatient facility Filling out the required paperwork from the facility or doctor Reading and following your preoperative instructions Medical Clearance if instructed by your doctor Making sure that any tests ordered are done 1-2 weeks prior to the surgery Stopping any medications as directed
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Making a visit to the operating room is not on the top ten lists of things to do in your lifetime. In fact it can be downright scary to be there. The staff in the operating is keenly aware of this fact and they are there not only to participate in the surgery but also
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Need for a Surgeon most often follows a visit to your medical doctor or as a result of an admission to a hospital or an emergency room Advances in surgical care have resulted in more specialization in surgeons’ practices. Make sure you find the correct specialist Advances in surgery have also made it more important
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You as a patient have the right to be actively involved in your care and make an informed decision as to procedures, treatment option and withholding of treatment. Make sure you understand what treatment or procedure you are receiving before signing the consent form. If you are unsure of the explanation you are receiving ask
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An anesthetist is a physician (anesthesiologist) or nurse (nurse anesthetist) responsible for controlling a patient’s state of consciousness (awake to asleep), managing their pain, maintain their breathing and oxygenation, and monitoring their vital functions during surgery. The four basic categories of anesthesia are local, regional (e.g. spinal), intravenous, and general Specializations exist within anesthesia especially
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Hospitals are expensive places – know and confirm your insurance coverage before you are admitted Insurance plans are usually government (medicare, Medicaid) or private insurance company based Workers Compensation and No-Fault auto plans are specialized plans for injuries not covered by your other insurance Plans from the same company may differ because of deductibles and
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