Be Involved in Your Healthcare: When You’re Having Surgery
It’s normal to feel worried or even a little scared if you are scheduled for surgery. Know that your surgeon and other healthcare providers will do all they can to take good care of you. And there’s much you can do as a patient to help your healthcare team keep you safe. Being involved means speaking up, asking questions, and understanding your role.
You are scheduled to have surgery. The health care staff will try to make your stay comfortable. Use the guidelines below to remind yourself what to do before surgery.
Surgery is a complex process. There's a lot you can do as a patient to help your health care team keep you safe. This sheet suggests steps you can take before and after surgery to help you do your part.
Checklist for Surgery/Consent Forms/Insurance Information
The decision to have surgery is an important one. Here is a checklist to help you prepare. You'll need to arrange a time for any preoperative lab tests and for an interview with the anesthesiologist. Check with your health plan regarding costs and coverage of the surgery.
