Post-Surgery Care

Recovery Guide

Your complete guide to post-surgery care and recovery. Following these instructions carefully will help ensure a smooth and successful recovery process.

Your Recovery Journey Begins

Congratulations on completing your surgery! Your recovery is just as important as the procedure itself. This guide will help you understand what to expect and how to care for yourself during the healing process.

Immediate Recovery

First 24 hours after surgery

Follow-up Care

Next business day nurse call

Full Recovery

Ongoing healing process

Discharge Process

When You're Ready to Go Home

Once you are in stable condition, you will be discharged. Our medical team will ensure you meet all the necessary criteria for safe discharge before you leave our facility.

What to Expect After Surgery

  • It is normal to experience sleepiness for 12 to 24 hours after surgery
  • Dizziness may occur for 12 to 24 hours after surgery
  • These effects are temporary and part of the normal recovery process

Critical 24-Hour Restrictions

DO NOT Do These Activities for 24 Hours

For your safety and proper recovery, you must avoid these activities for a full 24 hours after your surgery:

Do Not Drive

You should not drive any vehicle for 24 hours after surgery

Do Not Operate Machinery

Avoid operating any machinery or equipment that requires alertness

Do Not Sign Legal Documents

Avoid making important decisions or signing legal documents

Do Not Use Public Transportation

You must have a responsible adult drive you home

Post-Operative Care Instructions

Written and Verbal Instructions

You will receive both verbal and written post-surgical care instructions from our medical team. These instructions are specifically tailored to your procedure and recovery needs.

Important Requirements

  • Please follow these instructions carefully for optimal recovery
  • Your responsible adult or escort must be available to discuss and sign these instructions
  • You will not be allowed to go home until this requirement is met

24-Hour Care Requirement

A friend, relative, or dedicated caregiver MUST stay with you for 24 hours after your surgery. This is a mandatory safety requirement to ensure your well-being during the initial recovery period.

Follow-Up Care

Our commitment to your care doesn't end when you leave our facility. We provide ongoing support during your recovery process.

Next Business Day Call

A nurse from our center will call you the next business day after your surgery to check on your recovery progress and answer any questions you may have.

Transportation Requirements

Getting Home Safely

DO NOT PLAN TO DRIVE yourself home or use public transportation after your procedure.

This is a strict safety requirement. The effects of anesthesia and surgery can impair your judgment and reaction time, making it unsafe for you to drive or navigate public transportation alone.

Required Transportation Arrangements:

  • Arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home
  • This person must be available to stay with you for 24 hours
  • They must be present to receive and sign your discharge instructions
  • Plan this arrangement before your surgery date

When to Seek Help

If You Experience Anything Unusual

While complications are rare, it's important to know when to seek medical attention. If you experience anything unusual after your surgery, take immediate action.

Contact Your Surgeon If You Experience:

  • • Excessive bleeding or drainage
  • • Severe or worsening pain
  • • Signs of infection (fever, redness, swelling)
  • • Nausea or vomiting that won't stop
  • • Difficulty breathing
  • • Any other concerning symptoms

Emergency Situations

If you experience severe symptoms or feel that your condition is urgent:

Go to the nearest emergency room immediately or call 911

Questions About Your Recovery?

Our team is here to support you throughout your recovery process. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns.

561-877-8335
2314 S Seacrest Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435