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Important Reminders

Under all circumstances except for cases performed under local anesthesia, remember:

  • Do not eat or drink anything, including coffee, water, chewing gum, mints, hard candy or Tums, after midnight the night before your surgery.
  • Bring all of your medications with you for review during your anesthesia planning.  If you have any questions about your planned anesthesia, please call 847-213-5480.
  • Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home and remain with you for the first 24 hours following surgery.
  • If you experience any change in your physical condition prior to your scheduled surgery (such as a cold, fever, etc.), please notify your surgeon immediately.  It is possible that your surgical procedure may need to be postponed.