Before Your Surgery
Pre-Op Information
Interview: Before your surgery,
one of our nurses will call you to conduct a telephone interview. If this interview does not
occur before your scheduled day of surgery your procedure may need to
be rescheduled.
For your convenience, feel free to call us at 703-663-1428 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. (M-F) if you have any questions (pre-op number only).
Patient Information: Visit our Patient Information section for important details about patient rights & responsibilities, advance directives and more.
Labs/EKG: You may need lab work
or an EKG before your surgery (check with your surgeon to see if this is
required). Your surgeon may do this or you may be sent to your primary
care physician to have this completed. It is important that you fax
any test results or other test information to us at 703-552-2022 before the day of surgery.
History and Physicals: All patients are
required to have a history and physical exam before surgery. Your
surgeon may do this or you may be sent to your primary physician to
have this completed. Again, it is important that you fax this to us at 703-552-2022 before your surgery.
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Do not eat or drink after midnight the night before surgery. You may take your prescription medication as directed
by the interview nurse. You may brush your teeth. To reduce bacteria on your skin, please bathe or shower before arriving, but do not apply lotion to your skin after bathing.
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Do not wear makeup or jewelry. If you wear
contact lenses, we recommend that you remove them and wear your
glasses. If you wear contact lenses to the Center they may have to be
removed, so bring a contact lens container with you. We do not take
responsibility for any jewelry, money or valuables, so leave them at
home. Bring only your picture ID, insurance card and any co-pays and/or deductibles that are applicable.
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Because you will not be able to drive for 24 hours,
an adult 18 years or older must accompany you and drive you home to
ensure your safety. Transportation by taxi is acceptable as long as
another responsible adult accompanies you. Please plan on having your
driver remain with you for the entire procedure if at all possible. A
parent or legal guardian must remain in the facility at all times when
children under the age of 18 are undergoing procedures at the
facility.
- We will need a list of current medication, as
well as the dosage, along with other medical history to complete the
interview. This takes 15-30 minutes, depending upon your current or
past state of health.
What To Bring
- Photo ID
- Insurance card
- A list of medications with dosages and how often you take the medication
- Amount quoted to meet your deductible, co-pays, and/or co-insurance
- Telephone number of adult driver or escort taking you home
Arrival
You will need to arrive at the Surgery Center at least one hour before your scheduled
surgery. Upon entering the building, proceed by elevator to the fourth floor, Suite 440. Proceed to the registration desk to check in. Please bring your photo ID and your insurance card
with your co-payment if applicable. If you have insurance questions, call us at 703-663-1434.