Thank you for allowing us to care for you.

We understand that surgery can be an anxious experience for you and your family. Our staff will provide you with a warm and caring setting to ease some of your anxiety about the procedure. In order to prepare, please read the information below.

Jump to a section to learn more:

Before Surgery  •  Day of Surgery  •  After Surgery

Before Your Surgery

What Should You Do Before Surgery?

  • Complete any required pre-procedure testing: Labwork, EKG, Clearances, etc.

  • For your own safety, you will not be allowed to drive after anesthesia. Arrange for an adult to drive you & someone to check on you after surgery.

  • Bring a copy of your insurance card(s) & a photo ID.

  • Notify your doctor if you develop any signs of illness or infection prior to surgery. 

  • ALL procedures with anesthesia require fasting starting at midnight prior to surgery date.

Fasting criteria: nothing to eat or drink, no gum, mints, or cough drops. Your surgery will be canceled if you do not follow these limitations.

 

Medication Guidelines:

  • Can continue to take medications for the following AM of surgery day with a small sip of water:
    • Blood pressure, seizure, thyroid, neuropathy, acid-reflux, memory, pain
    • Notify your provider to avoid same-day cancellations if taking any:
      •  Diabetic or weight-loss injections or pills- Some of these require special instructions that must be followed prior.
      • Blood thinners- Most will require written clearance from the prescribing provider to be held prior to surgery.
      • Stimulants- Need to be held 7 days prior to surgery.

What Should You Expect Before Surgery?

  • A pre-admission staff member will contact you prior to your visit. This will ensure that your pre-operative instructions and tests are complete and your financial matters are addressed before surgery.
  • We understand the anxiety family and friends will have while you are having your procedure. We will make every effort to keep them informed of your progress and when they will be able to rejoin you after the procedure.
  • We realize that time is a precious commodity for you, your family, and your surgeon. We are constantly measuring and monitoring our performance and processes to ensure that we do not waste your valuable time. There may be occasions when the physician experiences delays during surgery or at another facility. The staff will keep you and your family informed of any delays.
  • We will work with your insurance company to expedite your claim for the charges from your procedure. Please remember that your physician, anesthesia, and lab fees are separate from the surgery center fees.
  • We believe that providing consistent high-quality care and service requires a constant focus on improving the processes that we use every day. Atlantic Surgery Center continuously learns from and shares with other surgery centers, so that every day we can provide excellent care to you.

Day of Surgery

What Should You Do The Day Of Your Surgery?

  • Plan to arrive promptly at the scheduled time.
  • Please remember to bring your insurance card & photo ID.
  • Leave jewelry and valuables at home.
  • We encourage you to wear clothing that is loose-fitting and can easily be removed and stored.
  • Please avoid wearing nail polish and cosmetics.
  • Leave contact lenses at home and bring your eyeglasses case with you.
  • If you are diabetic, please check your blood glucose upon rising and call the center. Further instructions may be given for insulin-dependent diabetics.
  • Please use any inhalers or breathing medications on the morning of your surgery and bring your inhaler with you.
  • Please take medications for blood pressure, thyroid, seizure, or reflux with a small amount of water when you first wake up.
  • Do not smoke cigarettes or use any type of marijuana products. Smoking may interfere with the healing process or recovery from anesthetics and frequently produces nausea during the recovery period.
  • Notify your physician if you think you may be pregnant. Anesthesia and medications may be harmful to your developing baby.

What Should You Expect The Day Of Your Surgery?

  • Our admission process is very quick because we have obtained most of your information at your preadmission phone call and your physician scheduling process. This final check allows us to verify all of your key information, so we can better serve you.
  • A preoperative nurse will escort you into the pre-operative area. Our nurse will wait for you to change your clothes and store them until you are ready to go home. After you have changed, the nurse will escort you to a surgical stretcher. Family members will not be allowed in this area except in special cases of parents with children or those with special needs.
  • A nurse will conduct a preoperative assessment that will include taking your vital signs. The nurse will also start an IV for your procedure.
  • Your anesthesia provider will speak with you in the pre-operative area and explain the procedure you will be having. They will review all the pre-operative information the nurses have previously collected.
  • If you are having surgery on the left or right side of your body, your surgeon will put a mark on the correct site before you are moved into surgery.

After Your Surgery

What Should You Do After Your Surgery?

  • Follow your post-operative physician instructions given to you at the surgery center.
    • Your post-operative instructions are provided to facilitate your recovery process.
  • For your own safety
    • Do not drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours after receiving a general anesthetic or while taking oral pain medications.
    • It is normal to feel drowsy after anesthesia. We recommend that you avoid driving, operating equipment, or signing important documents for 24 hours after your surgery.
  • We will telephone you after you have gone home to make sure you are doing well. If you have any questions or concerns please let our staff member know.
  • Call 911, your physician, or your emergency response number in case of an emergency. Your post-operative instructions have the physician after-hours contact phone numbers for your convenience.
  • If you have any questions or comments, please contact us at (386) 239-0021, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

What Should You Expect After Your Surgery?

  • After your surgery is completed, you will be moved to the recovery room, where our nurses will monitor you.
  • During this time, the anesthesia team and your surgeon will also check on you prior to discharge.
  • Your surgeon will inform your family/friends of your status and the outcome of the procedure.
  • Your recovery care nurse will provide you and your family member with post-operative instructions regarding diet, rest, and medications since you may still be sleepy when it is time for you to go home.
  • After your discharge, for questions or concerns, call your surgeon or their answering service at the number listed on your discharge paperwork.

Address

541 Health Boulevard
Daytona Beach, FL 32114

Phone: (386) 239-0021

Fax: (386) 248-8226