Going home. Your recovery.
Before you leave, we’ll provide you with follow-up instructions to take home related to diet, activity, medication, surgical site care and minimizing any post-surgical pain. Take this opportunity to ask any questions regarding your post-discharge and recovery care.
For the public’s safety as well as your own, MiOrtho Surgery Center requires you to have someone to drive you home after surgery unless your surgeon and the management have pre-approved other arrangements. Some procedures, anesthesia, and medications may impair your ability to drive safely for a period of time following surgery. You should also have a responsible person stay with you after surgery, including the first night after you return home.
Follow the discharge instructions given to you, including making and keeping any follow-up doctors’ appointments.
One of our MiOrtho nurses will call you the day after surgery to see how you’re feeling and address any questions or concerns.
If you have any questions or experience any unusual discomfort, call your doctor. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.