Things to Know Before Surgery

Dear Surgical Candidate,

You have been scheduled for a procedure at Conroe Surgery Center.  Our goal is to make your experience as easy as possible.  One of our staff nurses will be contacting you by phone to obtain a brief history, give you instructions regarding your surgery and answer any questions you may have.  If, on the day prior to your procedure, you have not been contacted by one of our staff, please call us at 936-760-3443 or our metro line 936-441-4940.

You will be scheduled to arrive approximately two hours ahead of your procedure.  This will allow time to complete paper work, have an interview with the nurse and the Anesthesiologist, and be able to ask any questions.  Please understand that your arrival time is our best estimate based on the current schedule.  There can be normal delays that may extend the time of your wait prior to your procedure.

• Please print and complete the Patient registration Forms and the Home Medication List to bring with you on the day of your surgery and review the Patient Rights and responsibilities and Advanced Directives information.

• You will be required to stop eating and drinking by midnight prior to your surgery.  Please DO NOT chew gum, or eat candy, mints or cough drops the day of the surgery.  Also, please do not use tobacco or snuff the day of surgery.  You may brush your teeth, but be sure not to swallow any toothpaste or water.

• If you take medications on a daily basis the nurse will review those with you and inform you of which medications you should continue to take and which ones to avoid the day of surgery.  If you are taking any diet medications or herbal products, notify the nurse, as you may be required to be off these products one (1) week prior to surgery for your safety.

• Wear something loose and comfortable (such as sweat pants or lounge wear) for your ride home.  You will be allowed to wear cotton socks during surgery.  Do not wear eye makeup.  Do not wear contact lenses.  Please leave all jewelry and valuables at home.  All piercings, including tongue rings, must be removed prior to surgery.

You must have responsible adult available to drive you home when you are ready for discharge.  We encourage that person to remain at CSC during your procedure.

Be aware that your surgeon may have a financial ownership in Conroe Surgery Center.

For more information, please call
936-441-4940 metro