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Pre-Procedure Instructions

Pre-Operative Instructions for Surgery/Procedure at Harmony Surgery Center

Follow the instructions below STRICTLY for eating and drinking prior to your appointment. 

For your safety, failure to follow these instructions will result in cancelation of your procedure. 

 

STOP eating and drinking ALL food and liquids except for water, clear soda or apple juice 8 hours before your arrival to Harmony Surgery Center, and then STOP drinking all water, clear soda and apple juice 2 hours prior to your check-in time.  This includes gum, mints, chewing tobacco, etc.   ***EXCEPTION:  See note below if you take any GLP-1 medications. ***

 

Pediatric Patients:  Follow all above instructions except if breastfeeding – must stop feedings 4 hours prior to arrival or if using formula – must stop all feedings 6 hours prior to arrival.

 

NOTE:  If you currently take any GLP-1 medications (semaglutide, Ozempic, Trulicity, Wegovy, etc.) you must not have any solid food intake for 24 hours prior to your procedure.  You may only have clear liquids for the full 24 hours before procedure.  STOP all clear liquids 4 hours prior to check-in time. 

Click here for GLP-1 Fasting Guidelines

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         Additional Instructions:

  • Your doctor will advise you whether or not to take your regular medications.  If you are told to take the medications, take them with a small sip of water.  **You must check with your provider for all medications, especially blood thinners.  Continuation of blood thinners may result in cancellation of your procedure. 
  • Notify your surgeon/physician if you develop symptoms of cold, fever or other illness, as it may be necessary to postpone your procedure.
  • If you have a Medical Power of Attorney or a Legal Guardian, you must bring a signed copy of the forms for our records.  The guardian/Power of Attorney must be reachable by phone on the day of the procedure.
  • You must arrange for a ride home in advance!  You will not be permitted to drive or take a cab home.  You cannot leave the facility alone.  You can only be released in the care of a capable, responsible adult (must be 18 years of age or older) who must sign for you and accompany you home.  A ride service is not a viable option as they will not take responsibility for your care at home.
  • Please bring a book or something to keep you busy.  You will have time waiting while in the facility.
  • You will receive medications that alter your perception of time.  Therefore, after your surgery, you may feel rushed. We will not send you home before it is safe for you to leave the Surgery Center.
  • Your family/friend taking you home should plan on staying in the facility.  We request that they do not leave during your procedure.
  • Please bring your ID and Insurance Cards.  Leave all jewelry and valuables at home.  The Surgery Center cannot be held responsible for them.
  • For pediatric patients, it is recommended for a family member to sit with the child in the back seat for the ride home.

*If you have any questions, please contact a nurse at 970-297-6303.

We look forward to seeing you!