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THE ENDOSCOPY CENTER

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS RELATIVE TO ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES

  1. How early can I begin taking my prep?

      2. ANSWER As early as noon on the day BEFORE your procedure.

  2. What is considered a clear liquid diet?

      3. ANSWER Diet soft drinks, broth, Jello, apple juice, white grape juice, popsicles

      (must NOT be red in color)
  3. What should I wear on the day of my procedure?

      4. ANSWER Clothing that is casual and easy to put on and take off. In most cases, you will be asked to wear one of our patient gowns. Your clothing will be placed in a clear, plastic bag and placed underneath your stretcher. Socks or footies can be worn but shoes are removed .

  4. Should I bring my insurance information and a list of medications that I take with me on procedure day? 

ANSWER  Yes, please bring your health insurance card and a list of all medications you are currently taking.

  1. How long does it take for the procedure?

      2. ANSWER usually 30 minutes for the actual procedure and 30 minutes for your recovery time. We provide music but some patients enjoy bringing along a good book to read of their own.
  2. Does the person that will be driving me home after my procedure need to stay while I’m having the procedure done?

      3. ANSWER Yes, following the procedure, the physician will step to the lobby area and speak with the family member/driver. There are often times when the family member/driver is of assistance in other ways.

  3. Can I drive myself home after the procedure is completed?

      4. ANSWER No, not the day of the procedure as sedation is given which makes it unsafe for you to operate a vehicle or any other type of machinery. You may return to your normal activities the day after the procedure.

  4. Can I take a taxi?

      5. ANSWER No, you need someone who can assist you and someone with your best interest in mind.

  5. How soon can I eat after my procedure is over and what is recommended?
    6.

      ANSWER Immediately following discharge from our facility UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY PHYSICIAN ORDER. We suggest you avoid fried or spicy food for the first meal.

  6. Do I need a follow-up appointment?

ANSWER Follow-up appointments are made on an as-needed basis and are dependent upon the findings of the procedure and/or if there are other health concerns your physician would like to address further.

  11.  When can I expect to hear about my results? 

ANSWER  Within 1 week following your procedure.

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