A Patient's Guide to Outpatient Surgery
	. Parking is available in this building, at the Diplomat garage, but we cannot validate your parking. Fees are: up to 1 hour - $3.00, 2 hours -$5.00, maximum over 2 hours - $9.00, lost ticket $9.00. . Limit the number of people who accompany you in order that we may maximize the comfort of all persons in the center. . If you experience any health changes or suspect that you may be pregnant since your last visit with your doctor, please notify your physician. This includes even minor changes such as elevated temperature, cold or cough. . Please ask questions of either your physician or the staff.
What are the Centers hours of operation?	We are routinely open Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What should I expect when I arrive?	On the day of your procedure, you should arrive at least one hour before the procedure is scheduled to allow time for preparation. You will be asked to sign a consent form which gives your physician and the center permission to care for you. If the patient is a child or minor, the consent form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
What happens right after my procedure?	You will be moved to our post-anesthesia care unit where you remain under close observation by the anesthesiologist and our nurses until you are ready to go home. Although the length of time varies according to your procedure and the physician's orders, most patients are discharged one to two hours after their procedure. Please let the nurse know if you need any medication, assistance or have special concerns.
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