Pre-Operative Preparation

Dr Masters will provide you with precise instructions well in advance of your surgery to allow you a smooth and stress-free preparation for the procedure. Take the time to read your consent form thoroughly, along with any other written information Dr Masters has provided for you with regard to your surgery. This will allow you to have all of your questions answered prior to the procedure, and ensure there are no unexpected surprises during the post-operative period.

If you are the main domestic executive in your home, or you live alone, you should plan ahead with regard to housework and meal preparation. Do your grocery shopping, cleaning, etc the day before your surgery and plan to have meals that require minimal preparation and/or cooking time.

If you are a smoker, stop smoking at least one month pre-operatively (see the “Policies” page). Do not take any aspirin or aspirin-containing products for at least one week prior to the surgery. If you are on any other medications, ensure that Dr Masters is aware of the medications (including homoeopathic remedies) so that any other medications that require cessation during the pre-operative period can be discontinued.