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Your Surgery

Surgeons performing surgery
  • Please arrive at least one hour before your scheduled surgery time unless you are otherwise instructed by your physician.
  • Our nurse will call you before your surgery to obtain a brief medical history and give you pre-op instructions. If you have not been contacted by noon of the day before surgery, please call the Surgery Center at (815) 226-3300 before 3:00 p.m. and ask for the pre-op department.
  • Our business office staff may contact you before your surgery date to obtain insurance information. You will receive a brochure in the mail explaining our billing practices.
  • Please bring all health insurance cards with you the day of your procedure.
  • Please bring any legal documents regarding power of attorney or guardianship, if they are applicable.
  • If you would like to tour our facility, please feel free to call (815) 226-3300.

The Night Before Your Surgery

Please follow the eating and drinking instructions. Adults should not eat anything solid after midnight the night before surgery unless the pre-op nurse has provided special eating instructions. This is very important for your safety. If you do not follow these instructions, your procedure may be delayed or rescheduled. If your child is having surgery, our pre-op nurse will discuss feeding instructions with you during our call. If you are taking medications, check with the nurse who calls you before surgery regarding these medications.

The Morning of Your Surgery

  • Be sure to follow the eating and drinking instructions.
  • Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing that will not bind your surgical site.
  • Do not wear jewelry or watches, and please leave all valuables at home. We are not responsible for lost valuables. If your child is having surgery, bring along a favorite toy, blanket or video.
  • Arrive one hour before your scheduled surgery time so you can be prepared for your procedure. Persons under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian with them to sign medical consent forms. Also, legal documentation must be presented when a power of attorney or guardian is representing the patient.