Nothing to eat or drink after midnight unless you are instructed otherwise.

You may brush your teeth in the a.m., but being careful not to swallow water.

If you are a diabetic on insulin, do not take your morning dose, as you will not be eating or drinking. Make sure you bring your insulin with you to the hospital.

Do not take any medications unless they are blood pressure meds, heart meds, seizure meds, or asthma meds.
If you need to take the above listed medications take with only a small dose of water (1-2 ounces).

Call the hospital if you are taking asa, coumadin, or blood thinners, or if you develop a cough, cold, or flu-like symptoms 48 hours prior to surgery.

Do not consume any alcoholic beverages 72 hours prior to scheduled surgery time.

You must bring a driver.

Do not wear contact lenses of any kind. You may bring your lens in the case for later.

Wear loose fitting comfortable clothing.

Do not wear nail polish on your fingernails or toenails.

Do not wear jewelry.

Do not wear makeup.

Things to bring to the hospital:

• Insulin/Oral medications
• Inhalers
• Respiratory equipment
• Crutches-if necessary
• Insurance Cards
• Power of attorney or guardianship papers if applicable.

Call your hospital 4-7 days before your surgery for pre-assessment

St. Lawrence Hospital 517-364-5555 or 877-205-3900
Genesis Surgery Center 517-272-1656
Ingham Regional Medical Center-they will give you a phone interview time and date
Clinton Memorial Hospital-they will call you a couple of days before your surgery