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 At South County Orthopedics we want to ensure that you are well-prepared for your surgery and that the process from scheduling through post-operative care is as smooth as possible. To assist in our goal we have identified some guidelines that will allow you to move efficiently through our system and help you know what to expect. All surgeries are performed at South County Hospital, 100 Kenyon Avenue, Wakefield, RI 02879: (401) 782-8020. Please arrive at the main hospital entrance.  Once you and your doctor have decided that you will have surgery we will schedule a surgery date for you. The actual time of the surgery will be confirmed with you by South County Hospital staff just prior to that date. Reason being, the actual schedule of surgeries on any given day can be impacted by emergencies and cancellations. Therefore you may not get the actual time of surgery until the day before.   For some patients, Patient Admission Testing (PAT) may be required. Your pre-admission testing will be determined by your Surgeon and the Anesthesiologist, based on a review of your medical and surgical history. PAT may include one or more tests such as: Blood / Lab Work (walk in) SCH has 4 locations for lab work: SCH Medical Office Building, 782-8020, x3537. (Mon-Fri, 7am - 6pm; Sat, 7am - 3pm) Narragansett Medical Building, Suite 103, 782-8510(Mon-Thu, 7am - 5pm; Fri 7am - 4pm; Sat 7am - 12 noon) Salt Pond Plaza, Suite H4, Narragansett, 789.1483 (Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm; Saturday 8am - 12 noon) The Treatment Center, North Kingstown, 295-8745 (Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm; Sat 8am - 12 noon) Diagnostic Imaging (walk in) South County Hospital's Medical Office Bldg, 783-4100(Mon - Fri, 7am - 3:30pm)North Kingstown Treatment Center, 294-3393 (Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm; Sat 8am - 12 noon) EKG (by appointment only) South County Hospital's Medical Office Building, 783-4100 (Mon - Fri, 7am - 3:30pm) North Kingstown Treatment Center, 294-3393 Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm; Sat 8am - 12 noon) Please note that Lab Work and X-rays are available to you on a walk-in basis. EKG's require an appointment. If pre-admission testing is required of you, a registered nurse from South County Hospital will call you to schedule a visit, and ask about your medical and surgical history, medications you are taking, any allergies you may have, and will tell you what to expect on the day of your procedure. If you have any questions, call South County Hospital's pre-admission testing department at 401.782.8020, x1755 (8am - 3:30pm)  You should have nothing to eat or drink after midnight, the night before your surgery. Ask your doctor about whether or not to take any medications you may be on. If you are able to take your medications, you should do so with only a sip of water. If you use an inhaler, please bring it with you. Avoid smoking, especially 48 hours before your surgery. Wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing that opens in the front and comfortable yet sturdy walking shoes. You May Bring: Eyeglasses - with case
Hearing aid - with case
Robe - short length, complete front opening
Personal night clothing (optional)
Walker or crutches (if you already have them)
Personal hygiene items
Slippers
Do NOT Bring: Valuables - money, credit cards and jewelry
Robe - floor length or step-in style
Shoes - high-heeled or open-backed
All jewelry and body piercings must be removed, and do not wear any make-up or nail polish on the day of your surgery. Arrive at the hospital's main entrance 2 hours before your scheduled surgery time. A patient escort will greet you in the lobby and take you to the Ambulatory Care Center. You should arrange to have someone drive you to the hospital. DO NOT PLAN TO DRIVE YOURSELF HOME following your procedure. SCH offers a FREE WAVE transportation service for those folks with no alternative. Please call 782-8020, x1178 and leave a message. A driver will call you back and schedule your ride. PLEASE CALL YOUR DOCTOR if you have a change in your health, such as a fever, sore throat, etc. Your health may require postponement of your surgery.  Arrange to have someone drive you home following your surgery. DO NOT PLAN TO DRIVE YOURSELF HOME. Your South County Orthopedics Physician and / or one of our Physician Assistant's will check in on you following your surgery. In addition, South County Hospital staff will call you at home following your procedure to inquire about your progress and help recommend additional care if it is needed. When you go home from the hospital, your incision and surgical areas may be slightly swollen and sore. Notify your doctor of any of the following: Increased pain or new areas of discomfort
Increased redness and swelling
Drainage from the incision
Temperature above 100 degrees
After surgery, restrictions of your activities are specific to each patient and the type of surgical procedure. It is important for you to talk with your doctor about your activity. Rehabilitation is necessary to help you reach your highest level of mobility and function. The most important aspect of rehabilitation at this point is to strengthen the muscles surrounding your affected joint. These exercises help improve your blood circulation as well. If physical therapy is indicated, South County Orthopedics will help schedule this for you. It is important to remember that you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team. Your cooperation and participation with the team are essential for a smooth progression from hospital to home. Remember, the success of your surgery depends a great deal on how well you take care of your joint and how willing you are to work on your prescribed exercises and motion. * Note that by clicking the links above you are leaving Scortho.com & visiting other external websites where our Privacy Policy & Legal Notice do not apply. You are solely responsible for your interactions with these websites. |
