Before your procedure at McLaren Greater Lansing it's important to know what you should bring to the hospital and what you should leave at home. Even if you are having same-day surgery, there are certain things you will need to remember.
You should bring a friend or relative with you, or be able to identify someone who can escort you home. The hospital will not let you walk or take a taxi or public transportation home. Identify that person before you come to the hospital so you can give his or her name to the Admissions Representative.
You should also bring any papers that your doctors may have given to you and your insurance cards and forms. Bring any test results from pre-procedure tests.
If you are staying overnight, you will be more comfortable if you bring your personal toiletries, pajamas, robe, and slippers. Also, bring your medications or a list of them (name, dose, and how often you take them). However, please be aware the nurse will administer medications to you. If you are having outpatient surgery, wear loose, comfortable clothing.
If you have any questions please call the Admissions Office at (517) 975‑7475. Please note you will be contacted by the hospital to pre‑register.
The videos below will step you through the process leading up to your surgery, what to expect the day of your procedure, and the next steps in your recovery.
Please remember:
Before meeting your friend or family member for the ride home, your post‑operative discharge instructions will be reviewed with you. It includes your surgeon's guidelines on activity level and diet, as well as the date of your next office visit.
Because most patients spend all or some of their recovery time at home, you need to know about home care. Before you go, you and your caregiver may want to ask about: