NPO stands for “nothing by mouth”. This includes water, gum, hard candy, food or drink. We request patients to have nothing by mouth after midnight the night before surgery.

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Leave all jewelry, body piercings and valuables at home. We do not have a secure place to store your valuables. Please keep in mind what you are having done and bring the appropriate clothes. For example, for shoulder surgeries, loose button-down shirts are the best. For leg surgeries, loose shorts or pants are recommended for whichever site you are having worked on, wear something that will facilitate a bandage, cast or other type of dressing.

If you are having a surgical procedure, you may experience varying degrees of pain afterwards. To minimize pain after an orthopedic procedure, ice and elevation of the surgical site will help minimize swelling thus reducing pain. If you have been given a prescription for pain medications, get them filled as soon as possible. Stay on top of your pain by taking the pain medication when you first become aware of pain sensations. Remember, always eat before taking pain medications to avoid nausea.

Yes, you will need to have an adult drive you home after any surgery requiring sedation or anesthesia. You are not allowed to drive for 24 hours after receiving sedation or anesthesia. This is for your safety. In case you need help at home, you will need someone available to assist you.

Please call 248-234-9300 and ask to speak with a nurse.

Please call 248-234-9300 and ask to speak with the business office manager.

Please contact your physician’s office as they receive these results and can pass them on to you.