Once your doctor schedules you at our facility there are several items you will want to take care of prior to your arrival.

• You will receive a call from one of our qualified RN’s.  Please be ready to provide a detailed medical history and an accurate list of all your medications. 
• It is very important that you speak to a nurse prior to your surgery. 
• If you have not heard from a Specialty Surgical Center representative, please call us at 973-940-3166.
• During the call the nurse will give you an approximate time of your surgery and what time to arrive at the center.
• Remember that surgical times are approximate and are subject to change. 
• If you become ill or develop any new health problems, please call your surgeon immediately.  Changes in your health may impact your surgeon’s decision to perform surgery.
• If you must cancel, please call your doctor’s office.  We do not accept cancellations from anyone other than your doctor.
• You may be required to fast anywhere from 4 – 8 hours prior to surgery. Your pre-op nurse will give you instructions.
• If your surgeon has ordered you to get medical clearance from your primary physician, please have this done prior to your procedure.
• In addition, please make sure that you have had your blood work, chest x-ray, EKG and any other tests ordered by your surgeon or primary physician done prior to your procedure. 
• We can provide crutches post-operatively if needed, but you are welcome to use your own.  Please let the pre-op nurse know if you are bringing your own.
• You will need to make sure that you have a responsible adult drive you to the center and home afterward.  Please do not plan to drive following your procedure.  You will need to provide us with a name and phone number of the person who will be responsible for your ride. 
• You must also have a responsible adult stay with you after the procedure.  
• The person accompanying you should also be prepared to remain on-site, receive discharge instructions with you and be prepared to stay with you following your procedure at home. 
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing and footwear.  Leave all jewelry and valuables at home.
• Do not wear any make-up, contact lenses, nail polish, cologne or perfumed products.  You may bring eyeglasses and hearing aides. Please remove all body piercings. 
• Bring insurance card and photo id 

Dear Patient,
You may download this form, complete and bring it with you on the day of your surgery.  All other paperwork has to be completed  with a center representative on the day of your surgery.