Many surgeries performed at St. Croix Health are same day surgeries. This
means, you arrive for your surgery on the date you are scheduled to come
in and leave after a brief recovery period that same day. These are typically
minimally invasive surgeries that do not involve large incisions.
Common Outpatient Procedures
Some of our most common same day surgeries are:
Colonoscopies,
Joint replacements
Breast reconstruction
Lumpectomy
Urology procedure
Vein ablations
These outpatient procedures allow patients to receive high-quality surgical
care with minimal downtime, so you can return home and begin recovering
the same day.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY OF YOUR SURGERY
Your same-day surgery experience includes several important steps, each
designed to keep you comfortable and informed. From pre-operative preparation
to recovery and discharge, our care team will be with you every step of the way.
Pre-Op Area
It is recommended you have someone drive you to and from the hospital,
especially if you will be sedated for the procedure. When you arrive at
the hospital, we will take you to the pre-op area for initial preparation.
One person can accompany you to the pre-op area.
PACU – Post Anesthesia Care Unit
You will be brought here to recover from sedation if any was used during
your procedure. The surgeon will use this time to speak privately with
your friends or family to tell them how the procedure went. Recovery in
the PACU can take up to two hours. Friends and family can visit you after
you leave the PACU. Patients who receive anesthesia should not operate
a vehicle for 24 hours.
Outpatient Recovery Area
Once you have recovered from sedation, you will be moved to the outpatient
recovery area where your friends and family can visit you. Home care instructions
will be provided before you are discharged.
Procedure Information
Colorectal Cancer Screening and Colonoscopy
It is recommended by the CDC that you should be screened for colorectal
cancer between the ages of 45-75. Speak with your doctor about when to
begin screenings and which test is right for you. Contact your insurance
provider to ensure the screening is covered before moving forward with
a scheduled date and time. Depending on your plan and eligibility, screenings
may also be covered by your health insurance policy without a deductible
or co-pay.
Information about colonoscopies and colorectal cancer prevention can be found
HERE. This link includes documents with information about preparing for the
procedure.
Same-day surgery at St. Croix Health is designed to be safe, efficient,
and centered around your comfort, so you can focus on healing and getting
back to your daily life. If you have questions about an upcoming procedure,
preparation instructions, or what to expect when you arrive, contact your
care team or call St. Croix Health so a member of the surgical staff can
guide you through the next steps.
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