Before Surgery
- What kinds of tests will I need before surgery?
- Will I need to donate blood before surgery?
- Are there any medicines I need to take before surgery?
- Are there medications I need to stop taking before surgery?
- How long will I be in the hospital?
- What should I bring to the hospital?
- When should I arrive at the hospital for my surgery?
- Can my family stay with me during this time?
- Will anyone contact me before surgery to discuss any concerns I may have?
Day of Surgery
- What type of anesthesia will I have?
- How long will the surgery take?
- Will the surgeon see my family immediately after surgery is completed?
After Surgery
- What will my hospital stay be like?
- Will I see my doctor regularly while in the hospital?
- When will I be ready for discharge?
- How will I know whether to go home or to another facility for further rehab?
Discharge Day: Recovery
- What can I expect the first few days after discharge?
- Do I need someone to stay full-time with me when I go home?
- When can I go up and down stairs?
- Will I need pain medicine after I’m discharged from the hospital?
- How long will I need to use my walker or crutches?
- When can I go outside?
- When can I drive?
- When will I be able to return to work?
- When will I be able to participate in sports activities?
- When will I be able to have sexual intercourse after my surgery?