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On your surgery day, please wear loose fitting clothing. Upon your arrival, a nurse will check your blood pressure, temperature and pulse and ask a few questions to make sure that you are well prepared.

An anesthesiologist will review your medical history. We will apply eye drops to dilate your pupil and numb the eye. Medication inserted through an IV will relax you, and may make you a little drowsy.

In the operating room, there will be more eye drops; we’ll wipe your face with alcohol and betadine. Blood pressure and heart monitors will be attached and you will be covered with sterile drapes.

You will be able to breathe easily all through surgery; oxygen will be will be available by way of a tube directly in front of you.

The surgery takes around 15 minutes. During that time you will be awake. Let us know if you need to cough or sneeze. You will be asked to look at the microscope light. If you feel any discomfort, we will immediately administer more medication. Being awake during surgery is a lot safer and more pleasant for the patient. Most people are pleasantly surprised at how quick and easy the surgery is.

When the surgery is over, we’ll apply more eye drops. Usually, a patch is not required. You will rest for about a half-an-hour, monitored carefully and given something to eat and drink. Then you will be permitted to leave. Total time at the surgery facility is usually about three hours.

If you have any questions about any part of your care, we will be glad to answer them.

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