A few pre-op questions....
My pre-op at the hospital was Friday. I think what is ordered varies from doctor to doctor. Mine was bloodwork, an EKG, chest X-ray and a consult with the one who is putting you to sleep. Also a medical history as well. Medicines you take and the works. Hope this helps. My surgery is Wednesday, June 15.
Good luck,
Jenny
At my hospitol pre op appointment i had the following done:
ALL blood drawn for numerous blood tests
cardio gram
lots of health history questions
chest X ray.....
this infomation was sent to my PCP whom i had to have review the data
and fax his approval for my surgery based on that information.
At my doctors pre op appointment: i had to sign many releases.....and go over all my post op insturctions. He checked my weight as he required pre op weight loss and left clear for last min. questions. THIS appointment was noted my blood pressure soared up and i had to see my regular doctor for calming meds and high blood pressure with post op
i am off...
OF course every one hospitol and doctor work differently this was my routine and im from LONG ISLAND, nY ...good luck
I think all drs are different but I will give you a list of all that was done for me.
-chest x-ray
-EKG
-Lots of blood work
-Blood gas
-met with dietician
-met with trainer
-orientation from coordinator of program
-gallbladder ultrasound
-swallow study(to see how the stomach is routed)
I was at the hosp from 6am- to like 4pm it was insane but I knew my dr was just looking out for me and all his other patients.
Jess
Diana -- My pre-op appointments lasted all day from 7:30 AM to 5:15 PM. My surgeon is VERY thorough but it was a good experience and I got very comfortable with the hospital staff -- they drew me a little map in admissions showing me where to go and what to do and in what order -- sort of like a scavenger hunt. Just bring a book with you for the waiting time and you'll be fine! Hope this helps! Laurel
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