Surgical Associates of Central New Jersey

Somerset Medical Center

Before & After Surgery Procedures

Surgeries at:

Somerset Medical Center

Minor Surgery

Same Day Surgery

Admission Surgery

Somerset Ambulatory Surgical Center

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Pre-Operative Instructions for Minor Surgery:                                                                           

All Surgery Patients: On the day of surgery, please check in at the Admission Department (located on the ground level of the hospital, near the main entrance), by reporting to Booth 6 or 7. Take a number and have a seat in the waiting area.  To expedite your care, these booths have been specifically dedicated to checking in the surgery patients. The hospital staff will serve you accordingly in a timely fashion.

• For minor/local procedures, patients will be instructed by the office as to their procedure and arrival times.

• The hospital will call in a few business days to register you over the phone and confirm insurance. 

• You do not need to fast. 

• You do not require any testing.

• You can drive home after your procedure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Once I get home, what side effects can my medication have?

You may be given a prescription for a pain medicine, possibly a narcotic. Constipation is occasionally a problem with narcotics. To avoid constipation, eat a diet high in fiber, drink plenty of water and juices, and if needed you may take a mild laxative.  It is important for you to get up and walk around. You may resume driving when you are pain free and off any narcotic medications.

When should I schedule a follow-up visit?

Call the office at (908) 927-8994 to make a follow-up appointment for 7 to 10 days after surgery. 

When should I call the doctor?

Be sure to call your surgeon at (908) 927-8994 if any of the following symptoms appear:

• Fever greater than 101 degrees

• If you are having more pain than you think there should be

• Any signs of infection such as drainage from the incision, area around the incision is red and hot to the touch, swelling around the incision.

• Nausea and vomiting

If it is an extreme emergency, please go directly to the emergency room.

Office Address & Directions

Office Hours

Monday thru Friday: 
9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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