Preparation

Preparations may depend on the type of procedure you are having.

For information on your particular procedure, please go to the Procedure’s page.

Please Note:

A fee of $100 will be charged for all notes that are to be completed by Dr. L. Green.

A fee of $75 will be charged for all return to work/school forms that are to be completed by Dr. L. Green.

Missed minor procedure appointments will be charged a fee of $150.

Missed scheduled surgery appointments and endoscopy (colonoscopy / EDG) will be charged a fee of $250.

PLEASE BRING:

A list of your current medications.
Your OHIP card.
A translator if you do not speak English or French.
If you cannot keep your appointment for an office visit, please notify us at least 24 hours in advance.

If you are staying overnight, pack a small bag that a friend or family member can bring to your room after surgery. The bag should include items such as personal hygiene products and comfortable clothes.
Do not bring money, jewelry, or valuables.
If you are going home the same day as your procedure, arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you overnight.

Take a shower the morning of your procedure. Do not shave your surgical area.
Remove all jewelry and piercings before you come to the hospital.
Do not eat after midnight the night before your surgery.
Do not drink milk, juice with pulp, or alcohol after midnight the night before surgery.
You may have clear fluids up to 4 hours before your surgery.
If you smoke, try to stop, or at least decrease the amount before your surgery. Do not smoke on the day of your surgery.
Your surgeon and anesthesia provider will review your health history, medications, and options for pain control.

Be at the hospital 1.5 hours before your procedure.