Important Preoperative Information

• Two to three business days before your surgery, a nurse will call with your arrival time. Please note that your time MAY change due to schedule additions or cancellations. The nurse also will provide you with instructions about your medications on the day of surgery.
• Plan your visit to the U-M Kellogg Eye Center in Ann Arbor. Here you will find information about parking, accommodations, and guest services as well as a map and directions.
• On the day of surgery, your arrival time may be as early as 6:30 a.m. or as late as 2:00 p.m.
• A responsible adult must:
  • Accompany you
  • Be available during surgery
  • Listen to discharge instructions
  • Drive you home
  You must have a responsible adult even if you arrive via public transportation or hire a driver. Your surgery may be cancelled and rescheduled if you arrive alone.
• A responsible adult should stay with you the first night after surgery.
• You will not be able to drive for 24 hours after surgery.
• If you have an Advanced Directive (living will or medical power of attorney), please bring a copy so that it can be included in your medical record.
• Remember to bring a case for your glasses, contact lenses, and dentures.
• Remove and leave at home earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, watches or any other type of body jewelry.
• Give any valuables to a family member or companion.
• Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours before or after surgery.
• You absolutely may not have any food after midnight the night before surgery.
• Up until two hours before your arrival time, you may have the following clear liquids:
  • Coffee or tea (no cream, sugar or sweetener)
  • Apple juice (not cider) — this is the ONLY juice you can drink
  • Water
  Do not consume any carbonated beverages on the morning of surgery.
• Do not smoke for two weeks before surgery.
• Call 734.936.9316 if you have any questions or if you develop cold and/or flu symptoms. If you call after hours or on the weekend, please leave a message.