If you have an upcoming surgery or procedure, your surgeon may request a pre-operative medical evaluation before moving forward.
South Jersey Family Medicine in West Deptford, NJ provides pre-op visits to help assess your current health and provide the medical information requested by your surgical team.
Request an AppointmentWhat Is a Pre-Op Visit?
A pre-operative evaluation helps your healthcare providers better understand your health before a scheduled procedure.
The specific requirements for your pre-op visit will depend on the procedure, your surgeon’s instructions, your medical history, and other individual factors.
Your appointment may include:
- Review of your medical history
- Review of current medications and supplements
- Physical examination
- Blood pressure and vital signs
- Review of existing medical conditions
- Laboratory testing when requested or medically appropriate
- Additional testing based on your health or surgical requirements
- Completion or review of requested pre-operative documentation
Please bring any paperwork or specific testing requirements provided by your surgeon to your appointment.
Coordinating Care Before Your Procedure
Pre-operative care often involves communication between your primary care provider and surgical team. Our goal is to provide an appropriate medical evaluation and help make sure the requested health information is available as you prepare for your procedure.
A pre-op visit does not replace the instructions or evaluation provided by your surgeon or surgical facility.
Schedule a Pre-Op Visit in West Deptford
If your surgeon has requested a pre-operative evaluation, contact South Jersey Family Medicine to schedule your pre-op visit. Our office is conveniently located at 831 Kings Hwy #100, West Deptford, NJ 08096.