BEFORE SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
AFTER SURGERY
THE DAY OF SURGERY
AFTER SURGERY
BEFORE SURGERY
Once your doctor has scheduled your procedure, our nurse will call you to obtain your medical history, discuss the scheduled procedure, describe the admitting process, and give specific instructions for the day of surgery. This is also a good time for you to ask questions and discuss any concerns you might have.
We make every effort to contact you prior to surgery; however, if our nurse is unable to reach you on the day before surgery, call the Center at 312.440.5150 extension 5310 or 5311 and confirm your reservation with the Center. In addition to any instructions given to you by your doctor, the following items must be noted:
- You must not eat, drink or smoke anything (including water, gum or mints) after midnight (12 AM) on the day of your surgery
- If you are taking prescribed medications, check with the nurse who calls from the Center or your physician to see if you should continue to take them (with a small sip of water) on or before the day of surgery.
THE DAY OF SURGERY
Please refer to the location page for specific instructions regarding the location of the surgery center and parking instructions. You should plan on arriving at the Center at least 1 to 1.5 hours before the scheduled time of your surgery or according to instructions given by your physician. Please be certain to bring a photo ID and a copy of all of your insurance cards with you on the day of surgery. Once you arrive at 900 North Michigan Avenue, please proceed to the parking structure that adjoins the building, accessible on Walton Street or Rush Street. The south elevators, along Delaware Place will take you directly to the 15th Floor. Please proceed to our reception desk.
- Our administrative staff will welcome you and your family and friends in our spacious waiting room until it is time for you to prepare for surgery. WIFI is available in the waiting area for internet access.
- Once admitted, you will proceed to your private room and be asked to change. Although you will be given a space to protect your clothing and personal belongings, it’s always best to leave jewelry and items of value at home. 900 North Michigan Surgical Center unfortunately cannot be held responsible for any lost items.
- Prior to surgery please remove all makeup, nail polish, hairpins, wigs, false eyelashes, eyeglasses, contact lenses, hearing aids and dentures (full or partial). Please bring in a container from home to store these items.
- Your nurse will take your temperature, blood pressure and pulse and ask you a few questions regarding your health.
- Prior to surgery, your anesthesiologist will explain to you the anesthesia your physician has chosen for your procedure.
AFTER SURGERY
Following surgery, our team of nurses will monitor you closely throughout the recovery phase. Your family members and caregivers may join you in the recovery area once you are ready for visitors. Typically, you will be kept in the recovery area for ninety minutes following surgery. Our nursing staff will provide you with your physician’s instructions prior to your discharge. It is important that you follow all of these instructions.
- Prior to the day of surgery, arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home. We will be happy to call the individual when you are ready to be discharged home. Under no circumstances will a patient be allowed to leave our care without a responsible adult to drive home.
- Arrange to have a responsible adult with you for 24 hours following your surgery.
- Do not take medications other than those prescribed by your doctor(s) following surgery and listed on your Medication Reconciliation sheet. This includes tranquilizers and nonprescription, over the counter medications.
- Ask your doctor when it is safe to resume taking your usual medications.
- Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours following surgery.
- Do not drive for 24 hours following your surgery.
- Follow your discharge instructions carefully.
- Our nurse will call you the day after surgery to ask how you are doing. If you miss our phone call, please call us at 312.440.5150 and let our recovery team know how you are feeling.
- If you have any questions, please call your physician or our staff 312-291-7440. We are here to help.
- Get plenty of rest following your surgery, and enjoy the comfort and convenience of recovering in your own home.