Ankle Foot & Wound Care Associates - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The new Oakridge Comprehensive Outpatient Center's Surgery Department represents the very latest in surgery suite design and state-of-the-art equipment. You will find every feature of the surgery area to be the most patient-friendly you have ever experienced, and you can even choose a private pre- and post- operative room. Oakridge's outstanding new Surgery Suites represent a totally new concept in the delivery of high quality outpatient surgical care.

What to do before you have surgery:

Please arrive at the time indicated by your physician.
Please do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery. You may brush your teeth, but do not swallow water.
If you have developed signs of a cold or infection prior to your surgical procedure, notify your physician.
If you smoke, please do not do so after midnight the night before your surgery.
A consent for your surgical procedure must be signed before any medication can be given to you.
On the day of your surgery, you must have a responsible adult, who has a driver's license and can operate a car, with you. That person must accompany you to the Center and be present when you are ready to leave.
Please leave your jewelry, valuables, and hair pieces at home. If you wear contacts, please bring a case for safekeeping.
It is important to wear something comfortable. We will provide you with a patient gown.
All patients should remove nail polish. Female patients should remove all makeup and men should shave normally in the morning.

Here's what will happen after your surgery is completed:

You may receive additional instructions from the Oakridge Surgery Department in addition to the information you will receive from your physician.

Your physician will authorize your discharge from the Oakridge Surgery Department.
It is important to follow the doctor's instructions regarding diet, rest, and medication.
Please note that it is not unusual to feel dizzy and sleepy after your surgical procedure.
For the first 24 hours following the procedure, it is advisable not to drive or make important decisions.
Should any complications arise, you should call your doctor immediately.
Because your well-being is so important to us, one of Oakridge's staff members will call you to check on your progress.
In the event you cannot reach your physician, you may call the Oakridge Comprehensive Outpatient Center at 954-958-0612 on Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The statement you will receive from the Oakridge Comprehensive Outpatient Center will be easy to read and understand. This bill does not include fees for the surgeon, consulting physician, and anesthesiologist.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call the Oakridge Surgery Department at 954-958-0612.