PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS
After your surgery.
Choose your procedure for clear guidance on recovery, dressings, activity, and follow-up.
Gallbladder removal
Recovery after laparoscopic gallbladder surgery.
Read instructions →02Appendix removal
Recovery after laparoscopic appendectomy.
Read instructions →03Peritoneal dialysis catheter
Protecting your new catheter and exit site.
Read instructions →04Hernia repair
Activity, swelling, and incision care after repair.
Read instructions →05Anorectal surgery
Comfort, bowel movements, and gentle wound care.
Read instructions →06Pilonidal surgery / cleft lift
Protecting the incision and caring for a drain.
Read instructions →07Wound debridement / biologic graft
Protecting a treated wound and its inner dressing.
Read instructions →08Breast biopsy / lumpectomy
Support, comfort, and incision care after surgery.
Read instructions →WHEN TO GET HELP
Know when to call.
Call 911 for an emergency
Chest pain, trouble breathing, fainting, or heavy bleeding that will not stop needs emergency help.
Contact the practice promptly
Call for fever of 101°F (38.3°C) or higher, worsening pain, spreading redness, pus, repeated vomiting, inability to keep liquids down, or difficulty urinating.
Severe or rapidly worsening abdominal pain, a swollen abdomen with vomiting, or feeling seriously unwell needs urgent medical evaluation. If you cannot reach your team, go to an emergency department.
For an urgent concern, call rather than email. After hours, follow the office phone instructions.