9522 Huebner Road, San Antonio, TX 78240

About Your Surgery

Click on the Frequently Asked Questions below to learn about your surgery.

We know that surgery can come with many questions. The questions below may help you for before, during, and after your surgery. If you have a question that you don't see answered here, please feel free to call. Your care, comfort and confidence is our utmost concern.

Before Surgery

What to expect before your day of procedure.

What tests are required prior to my procedure?

Will I be contacted prior to my procedure by the facility?

What should I bring?

What may I eat and drink before surgery?

Should I take my routine medications on the day of surgery?

What can I do to help prevent a site infection?

Are there special considerations for a child having procedure?

What if I think I might be pregnant?

Day of Surgery

What will happen when I first arrive at the facility?

What should I wear?

What should I do with my clothes and additional belongings?

What happens after I check-in?

What can I do to help ensure that I have the proper procedure on the correct site?

Will I see my physician prior to procedure?

How long can my family stay with me prior to my procedure?

Can my child keep a special blanket or stuffed animal to ease his/her fears?

When should I arrive?

What if I think I might be pregnant?

Can I smoke?

Anesthesia

Are there different kinds of sedation or anesthesia?

May I request the type of anesthesia I will receive?

Will I receive any sedatives before procedure?

What are the risks of anesthesia?

Will I be billed separately by the anesthesiologist?

Why must I refrain from eating and/or drinking prior to procedure?

After Surgery

What can I eat when I get home?

What can I do to help prevent a post operative infection?

How will my pain be managed?

Can my family be with me after procedure?

May I drive home?

How long will I stay after my procedure?