• Why is this procedure being recommended?
• Are there alternatives?
• What are the benefits of this procedure in terms of pain relief, functioning/mobility?
• How long will the benefit last?
• What are the risks involved?
• What is the success rate for this procedure?
• What is the procedure called?
• How is it done?
• Will the surgery need to be repeated after a certain amount of time?
• How many of these procedures are annually performed at the hospital / orthopaedic surgery center?
• What percentage of patients improve following the procedure?
• What will happen if I don’t have the surgery now?
• If I want a second opinion, whom can I consult?
• Will my doctor perform the operation or will someone else?
• Is the doctor board certified?
• How many similar procedures have been done by my doctor?
• What are the outcomes?
• Will I need any tests or medical evaluations prior to the surgery?
• What kind of anesthesia will be used? Are there possible after effects or risks?
• Will I meet with the anesthesiologist in advance?
• Will the physician know my needs/allergies?
• What kind of implant or prosthesis will be used?
• What are the outcomes using this device?
• How long will it last?
• Will I have pain following the procedure?
• What pain relief or pain control measures will I be given?
• How long will the recovery take?
• What are my limitations during recovery?
• Will I need assistance at home afterwards? For how long?
• What will discharge instructions be?
• Will I have any disability following surgery?
• Will I need physical therapy?
• When can I return to work?
• When can I drive my car?
• When can I have sexual activity?
• Are there any written materials or video about this surgery that I can review?

If you have any other questions regarding your first visit to The Orthopaedic Institute, please call us at (352) 309-1363 | Opens Phone or toll free (866) 840-8121 | Opens Phone.