Pre-Operative Information:

Dr. Gill works with his team of dedicated clinical staff and assistants to ensure safe, high quality, expert care throughout the surgery process. Information regarding your pre-operative instructions and care can be found below. Please contact Amanda Bates at 781-251-3535 with any additional questions regarding your surgery and recovery that are not answered on this page.

 

When will I find out my surgery time?

  • The surgery center or Amanda Bates will call you approximately 1 business day prior to your surgery to confirm a surgery time. Surgery center information can be found below:

 

Newton-Wellesley Hospital:

NEBH Dedham:

  • Phone:    781-251-3716
  • Address: 40 Allied Dr, Dedham, MA 02026
  • Website: www.nebh.org/dedham
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St. Elizabeth's Medical Center:

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WHAT DO I NEED TO DO PRIOR TO MY SURGERY?

  • - Schedule a post-operative appointment approximately 10-14 days after the surgery date for a follow-up and suture removal.
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  • - If you have been given a brace, sling, or other Durable Medical Equipment from our office prior to your surgery date please bring it with you on your day of surgery.
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  • - Plan for a family member or friend to drive you to and from the surgery center on your date of surgery.
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  • - Set up physical therapy for after the surgery. Intial physical therapy evaluations should be scheduled for approximately 5 days after the surgery. Please contact Sheryl Hassett at 781-251-3535 with any questions regarding post-op physical therapy.
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What medications should i stop prior to surgery?

  • - 7 days prior to surgery you should stop taking medications such as motrin, aleve, and advil.
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  • - Please consult primary care physician regarding prescribed medications.
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  • - Please contact Sheryl Hassett at 781-251-3535 with any additional questions regarding medications.

 

What do I need to do  on the day of surgery?

  • - DO NOT eat or drink anything after midnight the night before the surgery.
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  • - Plan for someone to drive you to and from the surgery center.
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  • - Bring your photo ID, Insurance card, bracing, and MRI (if applicable) with you to the surgery.
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  • - Clean the surgery site thoroughly with soap or Hibiclens solution the night before the surgery.
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  • - In general, please plan on showing up an hour and a half prior to your scheduled surgery time.
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