Pre-op Instructions for Placement of Fiducial Markers and/or Space Oar

• Nothing to eat or drink after 10pm the night before surgery.
  o This includes water, gum, candy, mints, etc. Nothing by mouth.

• You will need a driver to bring you and take you home after the procedure.

• You will need to do a Fleets Enema 2 hours prior to your arrival time. Please refer to instructions from Dr. Gorla’s office regarding bowel prep.

• Bring the other medications that were ordered by Dr. Gorla with you to the surgery center. These will be given to you at the surgery center.

• If you take medications for heart, lungs, seizures, high blood pressure or acid reflux please take those in the morning with a small sip of water. If you take them at night, take them as usual.

• If you are DIABETIC:
  o Take half of your normal dose of diabetic medication at night and NO diabetic medication on the morning of surgery.
    ▪ Example: If you take 10 units of insulin…only take 5 units.
    ▪ If you take oral medication cut your dose in half.

• You may brush your teeth but, do not swallow the water.

• No lotions or perfumes. Deodorant is ok.

• Please bring a list of current medications.

• Leave all jewelry and valuables at home.

• Dress comfortably. No tight-fitting clothing.

If you have questions please contact us at 661-322-2206.