Pre-op Clearance

What is pre-op clearance?

Pre-op clearance (pre-operative clearance) at Hale Family Practice is a medical evaluation that assesses your overall health and ability to undergo a surgical procedure safely. Surgeons often require this type of medical exam to clear prior to surgery. Hale Family Practice offers highly trained providers experienced in pre-op clearance evaluations who provide exceptional care. 

What are the benefits of pre-op clearance evaluations?

The advantages of undergoing pre-op clearance include:

• Peace of mind
• A lower risk of surgical complications
• Detection of potential medical issues that could negatively affect surgical outcomes

Pre-op clearance appointments are quick, easy, and highly beneficial.

What should I expect during pre-op clearance appointments?

A pre-op clearance evaluation involves a comprehensive medical assessment. Your Hale Family Practice specialist weighs you and checks your pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs. They discuss your medical history, including your medications, potential symptoms, lifestyle habits, and history of illnesses, surgery, or diseases. 

During a physical exam, your provider evaluates your breathing, ears, eyes, throat, neck, and other areas of your body to look for signs of potential medical concerns.

You might undergo urine testing, blood tests, imaging procedures, or additional diagnostic tests as directed by your surgeon to ensure you’re healthy enough to undergo a medical procedure.

Afterward, your Hale Family Practice provider fills out any required pre-operative documentation. They send a copy to your surgeon and give you a copy for your records. If you need treatment for a medical problem before surgery, Hale Family Practice offers solutions or refers you to another specialist if necessary.

Do I need pre-operative clearance?

Most of the time, surgeons require pre-op clearance before undergoing surgery, particularly a major procedure. Even if they don’t need this type of clearance, you can still schedule an appointment at Hale Family Practice for peace of mind, particularly if you have a chronic condition or develop new or unusual symptoms. 

Call the Hale Family Practice office any time with questions or concerns and see your provider after surgery for routine medical checkups or if you experience signs of surgical complications. 

Schedule a pre-operative clearance at Hale Family Practice by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.