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Hospital for Endocrine Surgery
 6001 Webb Rd, Tampa, FL 33615 (855) 422 - 2224

What to expect

The staff of the Hospital for Endocrine Surgery is pleased that you and your physician or dentist have selected our facility for your surgery or procedure. We are committed to provide you with a caring and efficient surgical experience.

As we want all aspects of your surgery to go as smoothly as possible, please use this section for instructions on how to prepare for, and what to expect for your surgery.

Preparing for surgery

Contact your surgeon or physician prior to your surgery date if:

  • You are not sure what time to arrive at the center on the day of your procedure.
  • You experience any changes in your health between your most recent visit to your physician and the day of your procedure, even minor ones like a temperature, cough or a cold.
  • You suspect that you are pregnant. Anesthesia and medication may be harmful to the developing fetus.
  • You have a latex allergy, diabetes, heart conditions, kidney or liver failure.
  • You take medications on a regular basis. Your physician/surgeon may have guidance about which medications you should or should not take on the day of your procedure.

    • After midnight the day of your surgery

  • Do not smoke after midnight the day of your surgery.
  • Do not eat anything (including gum, mints, hard candy), after midnight the day of your surgery. Undigested food in the stomach can cause complications and your surgery is likely to be postponed.

    • Morning of surgery

  • Take a bath or shower and brush your teeth.
  • Remove all makeup, jewelry, and contacts. If you must wear contacts, please bring your storage case for use during surgery.
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing that can accommodate a bandage, cast, or other type of dressing where the procedure is being performed.

    • What to bring with you on the day of your surgery

  • Bring all insurance cards. It is important for us to have all the current and correct information.
  • Bring a government issued photo ID such as a driver’s license.
  • Bring your form of payment, if required.
  • Bring a copy of your consent forms and an Advance Directive if you have one. Your signature will be required in accordance with your particular procedure.
  • If you take insulin, bring the bottle of insulin and syringes with you.
  • Arrange for a responsible adult to accompany you to the center, receive discharge
    • instructions, and drive you home. It is recommended that someone stay with you for the first 24 hours following surgery.
  • Limit the number of people who accompany you to the center.

    • What not to bring to the surgery center

  • Leave all jewelry, cash and valuables at home. We cannot be responsible for their safety.

    • Day of Surgery

    On the day of surgery you should arrive at your scheduled appointment time. You will be admitted to the center and we will begin preparing you for your procedure.

    You will be asked to sign a consent form for your procedure, which acknowledges your permission for the physician and facility to care for you. If the patient is a minor, this form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.