Same Day Surgery Guide

We will make every effort to make sure that your Same Day Surgery experience at DMH is as comfortable as possible. This patient guide was prepared to answer a lot of your questions. However, if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask; you can call 876-3214.

Please click on a question below for a complete answer.

What can I expect?

What happens in pre-op?

What can I do with my belongings?

Now what?

Will I talk to the Anesthesiologist?

Do I have to have an IV?

What happens when it's time for surgery?

What about after surgery?

When do I see my family?

When can I go home?

Will I have pain medication to take home?

What if I have questions?

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