Recovering at Home

You should become more active as soon as the doctor says it is alright. Rest when you feel tired. For at least 24 hours, do not drive, use machines or power tools, make any big decisions or sign important papers. Do not drink alcohol.

Patient Guide

Before Your Surgery

Medical History

Prior to Surgery

Evening Before Surgery

Patient/Family Instructions

The Day of Surgery

Before Leaving Home

What to Bring

When You Arrive at the Surgery Center

Entering the Surgery Center

Patient and Family Centered Care

Your Care Team at AMPSC

Confidentiality

In Outpatient Surgery

Types of Anesthesia

Going to the Operating Room

After Your Surgery

Your Right to Pain Relief

Going Home

Recovering at Home

Incision and Dressing Care

Eating and Drinking

Medicines

Follow-up

When to Call Your Surgeon

Information for Family Members/ Visitors

Privacy Policy

Patient Rights and Responsibilites

Recovering At Home