After Your Surgery

Once you are in stable condition, you will be discharged.   Most patients are discharged within four hours after surgery, some patients are ready to go home within 30 minutes.   It is normal to experience sleepiness and dizziness for 12 to 24 hours after surgery.

Post Operative Instructions: You will receive verbal and written post-surgical care instructions (please follow these instructions). Your escort must be available to discuss and sign these instructions before you will be allowed to go home. If you experience anything unusual after your surgery, please call your surgeon or go to the nearest emergency room. A nurse from our center will call you the next weekday following your surgery to check on your recovery.

Transportation: DO NOT PLAN TO DRIVE yourself home or use public transportation after your procedure. A friend, relative, or dedicated caregiver MUST stay with you for 24 hours.