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Resource co-written by Ellen H. and Katie S.
Included in this resource
So you’ve made the important decision to go ahead with surgery! This resource includes the following sections:
Pages 1-2: What to ask your surgeon - question list covering general concerns, how to prepare for surgery, what to expect of surgery day, the operation itself, discharge and recovery, any post-operative treatment, and post-operative follow-up
Page 3: What to do in preparation for your surgery and recovery - checklist of what to arrange, prepare, buy and set up
Page 4: What to pack in your hospital bag - checklist for a day surgery or overnight stay
Pages 4-5: Spiritual considerations and preparations for surgery and recovery
Page 5: How to create your surgery and recovery “support team”
Pages 6-8: Duplicate copy of question list with space to write answers by hand
Page 8: Space to plan your “support team” - printable version
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