Pre-surgery Health Assessment

Prior to your surgery, a member of our staff will always review your health status, go over pre-operative instructions, and identify any special needs that you may have prior to surgery. This information is vital to your outpatient surgical care. We encourage you to tell us if there is anything that you do not understand or if you would like us to explain in more detail.

If you have not heard from our staff within three days prior to your procedure, please call 385-264-7600

During your pre-surgery health assessment, our staff will:

Take your medical history.
Perform a physical exam and possibly order bloodwork or an EKG to ensure surgery safety.
Review any tests ordered by your doctor.
Discuss the medications you should or should not take before surgery.
Order any additional test(s) that can help make sure it’s safe to proceed with surgery.

What to have ready for your pre-surgery assessment

Any patient intake forms we’ve asked you to complete.
Your insurance card and co-payment, if applicable.
Contact information for your primary care provider and any other specialists you see regularly.
Medical records related to any previous major medical evaluations.
An up-to-date list of your medication(s) and supplement(s) in their original packaging if possible. Please share with us the drug name and dosage, number of pills you take at once, and how often you take them. Please also inform us about any over-the-counter medication, herbal or other supplements you take, including dosage and how often you take them.

Prior to Surgery

Patients must sign a surgical consent form before any medication can be given or surgery performed.
Minors must have a parent or legal guardian sign a consent form before surgery can be performed.
Patients should not leave the Center unless they are under the care and supervision of a responsible adult. This may be a friend or relative who can drive the patient home.
Smoking 24 hours before or after surgery may be detrimental to your recovery.

Things to Arrange

Arrange to have a responsible adult drive you home after surgery. You will not be permitted to drive home after surgery or drive for 24 hours. Do not plan to use taxis, rideshare, or public transport as they are not responsible for getting you home safely.
Once discharged, plan to have a relative, friend, or dedicated caregiver stay with you the day of your surgery and overnight to oversee your recovery.

If needed…

Children and dependent adults: A legal guardian must be inside the surgery center at all times for children and dependent adults.
Childcare after surgery: If you have young children at home for whom you normally care for, plan for someone else to care for them for at least the first 24 hours following your surgery.
Interpreter: If the patient cannot read or speak English, please arrange to have a translator who can explain pre-surgery instructions and ask/interpret any questions the patient may have.

Medication Instructions

Please follow the instructions below regarding your medication prior to surgery. If you have questions regarding your medication, please contact your doctor’s office.

Review and comply with any medication instructions given to you during your pre-surgery appointment. If you are taking a medication or supplement that we have not recorded during health intake, please call us and inform us as soon as possible.

Please follow your surgeon’s instructions regarding which medications, vitamins, supplements to hold prior to your surgery.

The following medications and supplements must not be taken for 14 days prior to surgery: Fastin, Ginko Biloba, Ginseng, Ionamin, Meridia, Metabolife, Phenteramine, Pondimin, Redux, Saint John’s Wort, Valerian, Kava, or Mahuang.
If you are taking a blood thinner (such as aspirin, Coumadin, or vitamin E), make sure your surgeon is aware. Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the dose.
If you are taking aspirin, Motrin, or an anti-inflammatory medication, make sure your surgeon is aware. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
If you have asthma or lung disease, use your inhalers and/or breathing treatment the morning of surgery and bring the inhalers with you.

Directions

Ambulatory Surgery Center of Utah is located at 5782 Adams Avenue Parkway. The Surgery Center is on the lower level of the building, park in the lower parking lot.

5782 Adams Avenue Parkway
Suite 100
Washington Terrace, UT 84405

To adequately prepare you for your surgery, please review and comply with the following information:

The night before surgery

Please do not eat or drink anything after midnight on the evening before your surgery.
If you are taking medications for high blood pressure, bleeding disorders, diabetes or nervous disorders, contact your surgeon for additional instructions.
Medications and anesthesia may be harmful to a fetus. If there is the possibility of pregnancy, please contact your surgeon prior to undergoing surgery.
Notify your surgeon of any changes in your health or if you have been exposed to any communicable diseases.
Please do not drink alcoholic beverages 24 hours prior to surgery.

The morning of surgery

You should arrive at the Center one hour prior to the scheduled surgery time with photo ID and insurance card.
Bathe the morning of surgery, if you shampoo your hair make sure it is dry on arrival and do not use hairspray.
Do not wear makeup or lipstick.
Wear loose fitting, casual clothing that can be easily removed.
Do not bring rings, watches or other valuables to the Center.
Bring a list of all prescriptions you are currently taking with you the day of surgery.
Bring a written list of known allergies.
Remove fingernail polish.
Children are encouraged to bring a favorite stuffed toy.

Following surgery

Do not drive, sign important papers or make critical decisions for at least 24 hours.
Do not operate machinery, power tools, etc. for at least 24 hours.
Do not drink alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours.
A representative of the Center will contact you after surgery to inquire about your condition.
Your surgeon will provide you with post-operative instructions regarding diet, rest and medication. In the event of any difficulties or complications, call your surgeon immediately.

If at any time, there are any instructions you do not understand, please ask your nurse or doctor. Pre-operative instructions will vary. You will receive personalized guidance specific to your condition and age. You may receive additional instructions from your surgeon that are not covered on this webpage. Follow them closely, and if you have any questions, contact your surgeon’s office.

Preparing for Surgery

What to expect