Before Your Procedure

Please call for Pre-Admission Testing (PAT):    

 937-431-1518

-Your surgeon's scheduler will send you a packet of information that explains what we need you to bring with you the day of surgery. 

-A member of our nursing staff will give you a call one to two days before your procedure to gather essential personal health information and go over everything you need to know before you arrive.  Any questions you have can be addressed at this time.  If you have any questions about your surgery after you've reviewed your packet and talked to the nurse, feel free to call (937) 431-1518 for additional information or clarification. 

-For billing questions call (937) 431-9531 and select option 1. 

-If there are any changes to your health or condition before surgery, notify your doctor or the surgery center immediately. This includes catching a cold, starting any new medication, or experiencing any other changes in your health.

-You will be required to have a physical at least two weeks prior to your surgery to be reviewed by our anesthesia department.  This can be performed by your family doctor, or Comprehensive Medical Services at (937) 429-0682. 

-If cardiac clearance is required, you will be notified by either your surgeon's office or the surgery center.  If you have had bypass surgery, stents, valve repair/replacements and/or pacemaker, anticipate the need for a cardiac clearance. 

-Please follow these steps carefully to ensure a smooth surgery experience:

• Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the day of your surgery.
• Do not chew gum, smoke or eat candy.
• Take your medications as instructed by the surgey staff with a sip of water.
• Leave your jewelry or any valuables at home.
• Wear glasses instead of contacts.
• If you use inhalers, please bring with you.
• If you use home oxygen, bring your oxygen tank with you on the day of surgery.
• If you use hearing aids, ensure you wear them on the day of surgery to facilitate communication with medical staff.
• Please arrive at the surgery center 1½ - 2 hours prior to your surgery time.
• Bring your insurance cards.
• Bring a photo identification, we cannot perform surgery if this is not present.  
• Wear a short-sleeved shirt with a loose-fitting or stretchy neckline (examples: button down, polo/golf or a v-neck tee shirt).
• At least one person, 18 years or older, is required to remain in the building or walkways directly outside of the Dayton Eye Surgery Center at all times until the patient is discharged from the facility.  Please plan accordingly.  (Phone chargers, full tank of gas, book, etc.) In the event the responsible party leaves the premises, the surgery will be delayed or cancelled.