For detailed patient instructions, visit the Before Surgery, Day of Surgery, and After Surgery pages.
Click on the questions below or scroll to learn more.
1. Where are you located?
2. Should I see my primary physician before scheduling surgery?
3. Will I see my surgeon before surgery?
4. What type of Anesthesia will I have? Will I receive more medication for pain at home if needed?
5. How long will I be at the Surgery Center?
6. Will I spend the night?
7. Should I take my medications?
8. Why can’t I take my diabetic meds?
9. Will I be given instructions after surgery?
10. Why does someone have to be with me 24 hours after surgery?
11. What kind of surgical wound dressing will I have?
12. Why do I have to take all of my jewelry off?
13. What should I bring with me on the day of surgery?
1. Where are you located?
Brookside Surgery Center is located in the Brickyard Medical Complex building at 3600 Capital Avenue SW in Battle Creek, Michigan. We are in suite 101 which is located on the lower level behind the building. We are 1.5 miles south of I 94.
Please see the Location and Hours page for a map. Back to top
2. Should I see my primary care physician before scheduling my surgery?
Your surgeon will inform you and assist with scheduling an appointment to see your primary physician if required prior to your surgery date. Back to top
3. Will I see my surgeon before surgery?
Yes. Your surgeon will see you prior to your surgery and verify the operation to be performed with you. Back to top
4. What type of Anesthesia will I have? Will I receive more medication for pain at home if needed?
An Anesthesiologist will consult with you the day of your surgery and determine the best type of anesthesia for you, based on your medical history and the operation that is to be performed.
Common types of anesthesia used are:
General
Epidural or Spinal
Straight Local
Monitored Anesthesia with local (MAC – commonly referred to as twilight sleep)
Intravenous Conscious Sedation (IVCS)
For Orthopeadic cases a Femoral or Interscalene Nerve Block may be used. Your Surgeon will provide you with a prescription for pain medications at the time of discharge, if needed. In the event that you require a refill on your pain medication, after discharge, contact the prescribing physicians office and allow 48 hours notice. Most of the medications used to control. Pain, after surgery, can no longer be called to your pharmacy and you or your representative will need to pick up the prescription at the prescribing. Office. Please bring a photo ID. Back to top
5. How long will I be at the Surgery Center?
You will need to arrive, to be prepared for surgery 60-90 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of your surgery. Our preadmissions team will be contacting you prior to your surgery to obtain your health history and at this time you will be instructed on arrival time. Your average length of recovery time is 30 minutes to 90 minutes depending on the type of surgery performed. Back to top
6. Will I spend the night?
No. The types of surgeries performed are outpatient. Patients are discharged to their home. Back to top
7. Should I take my medications?
When you are contacted for your health history we will review your medications. At that time we will instruct you as to which medications you may take the day of your surgery. Most common medications that we want every patient to take are those medications for your heart or high blood pressure. Diabetic patients should hold insulin and pills the day of surgery. We will check your blood sugar upon your arrival. Back to top
8. Why can’t I take my diabetic meds?
Those medications taken for diabetes (insulin and pills) should be held the day of surgery (unless otherwise instructed) as your fluid and food. Intake will be restricted prior to your surgery. Back to top
9. Will I be given instructions after surgery?
Yes. A nurse will review with you and your visitor(s) your physician’s orders and after care prior to being discharge home. You will also receive a written copy of these instructions to refer to at home. Back to top
10. Why does someone have to be with me 24 hours after surgery?
Anesthesia medications and pain medications can affect your abilities for up to 24 hours. This is why you are not allowed to drive yourself home and we require someone to be with you, over the age of 18. To drive you home and attend to your needs after surgery. Back to top
11. What kind of surgical wound dressing will I have?
The type of dressing you have will depend on the type of surgery that is being performed. Some common types of dressings are: An eye patch and or shield for a cataract patient. Gauze and an ace wrap for a carpal tunnel patient. Plaster or fiberglass cast for a fracture patient. If you are scheduled for an orthopeadic procedure ie: shoulder patient – if you have a sling, please bring it with you the day of surgery. Back to top
12. Why do I have to take all of my jewelry off?
There are many reasons that your jewelry needs to be removed prior to surgery. The most common reasons are loss or damage. We do not want to lose a piece of your jewelry while you are here. Swelling: if you are having hand or shoulder surgery there will be swelling in your hand after. Surgery which can cause a ring to become too tight and compromise the circulation to your finger. Some procedures require the use of electrocautery and removing jewelry can reduce your risk of a burn. It is best to remove your jewelry at home prior to coming to the surgery center. Back to top
13. What should I bring with me on the day of surgery?
The day of your surgery please bring your photo ID, insurance card, any applicable patient forms (such as advance directives) and co-payment and/or deductible. Back to top