The staff of ProVas is pleased that you and your physician have selected our facility for your care. We consider you a valued guest and will do our best to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible.
We want all aspects of your procedure to be stress free and to go as smoothly as possible, so we ask that you review this section of instructions that provide information about the day of your procedure.
Food and Drink:
Please refrain from eating or drinking anything after midnight the night before your procedure.
Medications:
Please take all medications with a small sip of water as ordered by your physician. Do not take any blood thinners or diabetes medicine. Do not take Metformin the day of the procedure and 2 days after. Please bring all medications in their containers.
Alcohol:
Do not drink alcohol for at least 12 hours prior to your arrival time.
Smokers:
Please refrain from smoking after midnight the night before your procedure.
Makeup, Nail Polish, Jewelry (including body piercing jewelry):
Please remove all of these items prior to your arrival at the center. Please also refrain from wearing any perfume/cologne.
Clothing:
Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing to fit over any surgical dressings.
Valuables:
We ask you to leave jewelry or other valuables at home on the day of your procedure except for your government issued I.D. and insurance card(s).
Driver: Please make arrangements in advance to have a responsible adult drive you home from the center. You will receive sedation during your visit. We cannot allow you to drive yourself home, take public transportation, or take a taxi.
Check-in: When you arrive at the Center, we ask that you check-in at the registration desk. A member of our staff will verify your personal information and ask you to sign any forms required for your procedure. The contact information for your escort will be needed at this time.
Following Admission: After checking in, you will be admitted to the pre-op area where a nurse will review your health history with you and prepare you for your procedure.