Evergreen Orthopedic Surgery Center

Day of Surgery

You may have a full evening meal the night before your surgery. Please have nothing to eat after midnight (this includes milk). You may have clear liquids only (black coffee, tea, water, etc.) until 4 hours before surgery. For your safety, eating or drinking anything after four hours prior to your surgery may result in the rescheduling or cancellation of your procedure. (This includes gum, candy, or mints).
Bathe or shower and brush your teeth before coming to the surgery center. Avoid swallowing water when rinsing your mouth.
Arrive at the surgery center one hour before your scheduled surgery time.
Bring a case for eyeglasses/contact lenses for storage as you will not be able to wear them during surgery.
Wear loose comfortable clothing
Do not wear jewelry
Do not wear makeup or nail polish.
Please leave large amounts of cash or valuables at home. You may need to bring payment for prescriptions that are to be filled after surgery.

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