Frequently Asked Questions
Pre-op tests that are commonly requested by surgeons include lab work, EKG, and chest x-ray. Always check with your surgeon to determine what tests are required prior to your surgery.
Every surgeon has different pre-op requirements based on the age and gender of a patient and type of surgery that will be performed but you could expect to have a physical, EKG, chest x-ray, and lab work.
The purpose of a pre-op exam is to assess a patient’s overall health in order to determine a patient’s potential risk for complications during and/or after undergoing surgery.
