Once you are in stable condition, you will be discharged.  Most patients are discharged one to five hours after surgery.  It is normal to experience sleepiness and dizziness for 12 to 24 hours after surgery.

Post Care
You will receive verbal and written post-surgical care instructions (please follow these instructions).  Your escort must be available to discuss and sign these instructions before you will be allowed to go home.  If you experience anything unusual after your surgery, please call your surgeon or go to the nearest emergency room.
A nurse from our center will call you within days after your surgery to check on your recovery.

Transportation
DO NOT PLAN TO DRIVE yourself home or use public transportation after your procedure.  A friend or relative or dedicated caregiver MUST stay with you for 24 hours.

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Overnight Care

Recovery Care Unit
Our special Recovery Care Unit is available for patients requiring overnight nursing care after their surgery (except Medicare patients).  You’ll appreciate the professional and personal care from our highly trained team.

What to Bring:

• Toiletries
• Contact lens case
• Other personal care items
• Routine medication in clearly labeled containers

Diet
Let us know if you have special dietary needs when we call to confirm your arrival time.

Visitors
One adult family member may stay overnight with you.  Our staff will direct you to our evening entrance.  The after hours phone will be forwarded from our main number above for your convenience. For our patients to get a good night’s rest following surgery, we recommend you limit your visiting time after 8 p.m. 

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