Cataracts usually start as very small and practically unnoticeable but grow gradually larger and cloudier. Make sure you schedule annual visits to your eye doctor to monitor the progress of the cataract. Your doctor will determine when it is beneficial for you to have them removed. Some cataracts never really reach the stage where they should be removed.

Generally, MicroSpine is "booked" ahead for both evaluations and surgeries, but openings do occur. Usually, we can get you in for surgery within a month. The physicians only allow bookings approximately two months in advance, thus, we may place you on our waiting list until we begin scheduling the next time period. We always stress to potential patients that good doctors are busy while questionable doctors are not and can usually get you in for surgery right away.

Yes. Absolutely. As a matter of fact, the vast majority of our surgeries are performed at our Center's own Same-Day Surgery facility located on the lower level of Montclair Breast Center. Our patients have the luxury and convenience of using our fully accredited ambulatory surgery center. But these are not the only advantages. Our breast imagers and surgeons are always available to speak with you and your family after surgery because the offices are in the same building.

The surgery schedule is finalized the afternoon before because there might be additions and cancellations to it. Calling after 2 pm provides you with the most accurate information and the least chance of disrupting your arrangements for arrival.

New Bariatric program appointments with the nurse practitioner are made once we receive your personal history form. An evaluation appointment with the surgeon is usually booked 4-6 weeks after we receive a clearance letter from your clinical nutritionist or bariatric physician. Once a patient is seen by the surgeon and the surgeon and patient agree surgery is appropriate, the operation can usually be scheduled within 8 weeks.

The "New" technology is here! Custom Lasik using Wavefront technology is now approved or pending by the FDA in the United States on all the mainstream excimer lasers. However, not everyone needs or will benefit from "Custom" Lasik surgery. There are tests we perform to determine who will benefit from the more expensive custom treatment. These tests are performed prior to Lasik surgery.

There are two lobbys available to family members who have a loved one in surgery; one is a quiet room while the other has a television. These are located down the hall from the operating room. You will be directed to these rooms by one of the operating room technicians (folks in purple scrubs). There is a waiting room down the hall from the OR.

In BC, for example, you'll have to wait on average 78 weeks for knee replacement surgery. If you need hip replacement surgery, you'll have to wait approximately 48 weeks. 2 In Ontario, fewer than half those needing knee replacements received their operation within six months.3 With OneWorld Medicare's Treatment Management service, you don't have to wait. You can have your surgery within a month.

AVN is a progressive disease. To determine exactly when collapse of the hip will occur is unpredictable. Progression of AVN may be as early as 1 month or may take several months (usually in less than 20 months).

Providing you did not receive a blood transfusion in the process, there is no set waiting time after surgery. Persons may donate blood once their surgeon has released them to all normal activities.

The wait between the initial visit and surgery on average is eight to twelve weeks depending on your insurance company and how quickly you can obtain your medical clearances.

You can shower or bathe the day after surgery. Avoid getting soap or water in the eyes or immersing in the ocean, in a pool or in a Jacuzzi for al least 1 week after the surgery.

Every case is individual, so this is a good question for your doctor. In general, sex should be treated like other strenuous exercise, and as such may be proscribed by your doctor for a specified time after surgery. Both radiation and surgery can cause fatigue, so it may be a little while until you have the energy for sex.

Refractive surgery is highly technologically driven. Just like in the computer industry, there are constant advancements. The important question is whether the technological advances translate into proportionate increases in patient satisfaction. Because the level of patient satisfaction with modern refractive surgery is already so high, there probably will not be dramatic advances in the satisfaction for most patients.

Scheduling does vary depending on diagnosis urgency. Rest assured that we will work with you to schedule your surgery in as timely a manner as is appropriate for your procedure.

Time of surgery depends on clinical situation of patient. Patient has to decide whether pain becomes unbearable, or when disability comes too far. Postponement of surgery does not compromise clinical results of total hip replacement afterwards! In case of resurfacing arthroplasty, we would like to mention that long-term use of anti-inflammatory drugs can compromise bone quality and make resurfacing impossible.

You should notice an increase flow improvement as soon as the catheter is out. Improvements will depend on which procedure was done, the patients prostate condition at the time of surgery, current age and health, and how well the patient adheres to the recovery plan, whether other medical conditions exist (e.g. Diabetes can cause an extended period of bleeding), success of operation, etc.

Inguinal hernias, which occur when tissue bulges through the abdominal muscles and into the groin, are caused by: opening in the passage from the abdomen to the genitals (called the inguinal canal) that should close before birth but does not. Conditions that increase pressure within the abdominal cavity, such as frequent coughing or being overweight, may contribute to the development of hernias.

It is important for the injured area to completely heal from the surgery prior to taking impressions for a prosthesis. This includes suture removal and elimination of swelling. Most patients are ready for impressions in 3-6 months.

We work hard to choose an accredited location for your surgery to maximize your comfort and convenience, always keeping your safety as the highest priority.

Surgery will be done either at the Anne Arundel Medical Center's outpatient facility on Jennifer Road, near the Annapolis mall or at the Anne Arundel General Hospital which is in downtown Annapolis.