- Before Surgery
- Pain Management Procedure
- Pediatrics
Preparing for your Surgery
- Preparing For Your Surgery
Before Surgery:
- A nurse will call you the day before surgery to review your medical history and surgical instructions as well as answer any questions you may have prior to the surgery day. Lab work and or an EKG may be required for surgery.
- You will need to have a responsible adult to be discharged to. It is recommended that you have someone to stay with you for 24 hours.
- IMPORTANT: Do not EAT or DRINK anything after MIDNIGHT the night before your surgery, unless otherwise instructed by a Providence Surgery Center nurse. This includes chewing tobacco, water, coffee, gum, and hard candy. Your procedure will be cancelled if these instructions are not followed.
- If you take any medications for weight loss or diabetes that are categorized as GLP-1 Agonists, please let the physician’s office know. You will have specific instructions on stopping these medications prior to surgery. Common GLP-1 Agonists include:
- Dulaglutide (Trulicity)
- Exenatide (Bydureon bcise) (Byetta)
- Semaglutide (Ozempic) (Rybelsus)
- Liraglutide (Victoza, Saxenda)
- Lixisenatide (Adlyxin)
- Wegovy
- Mounjaro
- Zepbound
- Please arrive one hour before your surgery time unless instructed otherwise.
- Bring casual, loose clothing to wear home. Many people find jogging clothes and slip-on shoes are most comfortable.
- Please do not wear makeup, perfume, cologne or fingernail polish.
- Discuss with your physiciqan your advanced directive if you have one.
- Please call your surgeon immediately if you have become ill or are otherwise unable to keep your appointment.
Day of Surgery:
- Bathe or shower the morning of your surgery to minimize the chance of infection.
- Take medications as instructed. You may take all morning medications with a small sip of water, unless it lowers your blood sugar or thins your blood.
- Leave valuables and all jewelry at home.
- Bring current insurance cards and a photo ID.
- Bring Co-pay, Co-insurance and or Deductible as applicable.
- Bring Advanced Directives or Living Will with you.
- An IV will be placed so medications can be given before, during, and after surgery.
- The anesthesiologist will discuss your health history, anesthesia options and risks.
After Surgery:
- You will be taken to the recovery room after your surgery, where you will be monitored and, when awake, offered something to drink and eat. Family will be allowed to visit when the nurse has finished transitioning you from surgery. Recovery time will vary with individuals. Due to space limitations, we ask that you bring no more than two family memebers/friends with you on your day of surgery.
- The nurse will review specific instructions given by your physician with you and the responsible adult who is to accompany you at home, you will then be escorted to the car.
At Home:
- The anesthesia will make you groggy and cause impaired judgement, therefore, do not drive, operate hazardous machinery, make any important decisions, or sign legal papers for at least 24 hours.
- Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours and/or while taking pain medications.
- Take pain medicine as directed.
- Eat light foods for the first few hours after surgery, then increase your diet as tolerated.
- Drink as much fluid as you can tolerate, 8 glasses/day is a good goal.
- A small amount of blood on your dressing may be expected. If it becomes soaked, place additional dressings over the one already there and call your doctor.
- Call your physician for a fever over 101, increased swelling, redness, or drainage or any other concerns. The number to call is listed on your discharge instructions.
Preparing for your Pain Management Procedure
- Preparing for your Pain Management Procedure
Before Procedure:
- The pain clinic has given you instructions including your check in time at Providence Surgery Center. Please be aware that sometimes the schedule changes and you may be asked to come in earlier.
- Please complete the packet of information and bring it with you at the time of your scheduled appointment.
- Please arrive one half hour before your procedure time unless instructed otherwise.
- You will need to be discharged to a responsible adult and it is recommended that someone stay with you for 24 hours after the procedure.
- A nurse from Providence Surgery Center will contact you prior to your procedure to go over eating and drinking instructions.
- Wear casual, loose clothing. Many people find jogging clothes and slip-on shoes are most comfortable.
- Contact your insurance company for preauthorization, eligibility and determine insurance status.
- Discuss with your physician your advanced directive if you have one.
- Please call your physician’s office immediately if you become ill or are otherwise unable to keep your appointment.
Day of Procedure:
- Do not take any vitamin and herbal supplements on the day of the procedure. You may resume these supplements after your procedure or as directed.
- Take all regular medications, unless instructed to hold them for the procedure. You may take morning medications with a small sip of water (only enough water to swallow your pills with).
- If you are taking Lovenox temporarily instead of Coumadin, skip the dose of Lovenox for 24 hours prior to the procedure time. *Before stopping any medications please consult the prescribing physician.
- Leave valuables and all jewelry at home. Please do not wear makeup, perfume, cologne or fingernail polish.
- Bring insurance cards and a photo ID.
- Bring Co-pay, Co-insurance and or Deductible as applicable.
- Bring Advanced Directives or Living Will with you.
- An IV may be placed so medications can be given before, during, and after procedure.
After Procedure:
- You will be taken to the recovery area after your procedure and offered something to eat and drink. Family and friends will be allowed to visit after your procedure. Recovery time will vary with individuals. Due to space limitations, we ask that you bring no more than two family members/friends with you on your procedure day.
- The nurse will review specific instructions given by your physician with you and the responsible adult who is to accompany you home. You will then be escorted to your vehicle.
At Home:
- Any sedation and pain medication can make you groggy and cause impaired judgment. Therefore, do not drive, operate hazardous machinery, make any important decisions, or sign legal papers for at least 24 hours.
- Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours.
- Resume normal medication as directed.
- Eat and drink as tolerated.
- Call your physician with any concerns. The number to call is listed on your discharge instructions.
Preparing for Pediatric Surgery
- Preparing for Pediatric Surgery
Parents of Pediatric Patients It is our policy that parents/guardians of children under the age of 18 must stay in our waiting area. You will be reunited with your child as soon as possible.
It is also important to devote your attention to the child having surgery. If you bring other children with you, we ask that you have another adult to supervise these children to allow you to focus on the child that had surgery.
If you are not the parent but a legal guardian, you must provide Providence Surgery Center with a copy of the legal documentation stating you have guardianship rights.
Montana law states that a child under 6 years of age and under 60 pounds must be restrained in a child safety seat. It is the responsibility of the parent to provide a safe transportation to and from the facility.
Children may bring a small blanket or toy from home.
A nurse will be calling the day prior to the surgery date to discuss NPO status and other preoperative information. If you have not received a call please call (406) 327-3300 for these instructions.
Please call your physician immediately if your child becomes ill. If you are unable to contact your physician, you may call (406) 327-3300
Please bring insurance information. Contact your insurance company for preauthorization, eligibility and determine insurance status.