The Procedure

Anesthesia:
Your anesthesia will be provided by an anesthesiologist and a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) highly qualified in outpatient anesthesia. The appropriate type of anesthesia will be determined by your surgeon in consultation with the anesthesiologist/CRNA and with your approval. For most ophthalmology procedures, topical anesthesia (eye drops) will be used in combination with intravenous medications. Your anesthesiologist/CRNA will answer any questions that you may have before surgery. Even though your medications are listed on your patient chart, be sure to talk to your anesthesiologist/CRNA about any medications that you are currently taking, even over-the-counter drugs and vitamins, as well as any allergies you may have to medications.

Recovery:
Immediately following your surgery, you will be taken to our fully-equipped recovery room where a nurse will closely monitor your blood pressure and pulse. The amount of time you spend in recovery will depend on the type of surgery and/or anesthesia that you have had. Most likely your entire visit in the Surgery Center will be between one to two hours.

After Surgery:
Before you leave the Surgery Center, a nurse will review with you the written summary of your doctor’s postoperative instructions.


When You Get Home After Surgery

For best results, be sure to carefully follow your doctor’s specific instructions regarding diet, rest, activities and medications.

One of our nurses will call you after surgery to see how you are doing. At anytime, if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call your doctor or the Surgery Center.