Office Appointments:
Please arrive at least 20 minutes early so you can complete the Patient Registration forms if you have not already done so.
What to bring:
Insurance Card(s) and a Photo ID: If the appointment is for a minor, you will need to provide the legal guardian’s insurance card(s) and photo ID.
Medical Records: please bring relevant medical records from other physicians; results and copies of X-rays; and other imaging studies and lab tests and bring these items with you to your appointment.
Written lists of: Medications, herbs, vitamin supplements and over-the-counter medications you are taking.
A Family Member or Friend: Consider asking a friend or family member to accompany you if you need any assistance in walking, using the restroom or filling out paperwork.
Questions: Take the time to make a list of anything you may want to ask your physician regarding your condition.
Comfortable Clothes: Your condition may involve X-rays. Wear loose clothing that’s easy to take off and put on
Preoperative Instructions:
If scheduled for surgery, you will receive a phone call from our surgery scheduling department the day before your surgery to inform you of your arrival time and any necessary instructions.
If you do not receive a phone call from them by 3pm the day before your scheduled surgery, please call our office and ask for a nurse at 740-586-6828.
Most operations will require pre-operative testing prior to surgery. These tests will be completed at the address below.
1246 Ashland Ave Zanesville MAB 1, Suite 101.
Please discontinue the use of anti-inflammatories for seven days prior to your operation. This includes medications such as Aleve (Naproxen), Advil (Ibuprofen), Voltaren (Diclofenac) and Mobic (Meloxicam).
If taking anti-coagulants, please consult with your surgeon on when to discontinue these medications prior to your operation. This may vary based upon your underlying medical condition.
You may continue Tylenol products up until the day of surgery (if not contraindicated for you).
You will need a responsible driver over the age of 18 for the day of surgery.
Please bring your cane/crutches with you if required on the day of surgery. If you do not have a cane or crutches, please contact our office prior to surgery.
