This document was written by Dr. Wiegand. No matter what you hear from the hospital, clinic, other doctors, surgery center, etc, this information is based on Dr. Wiegand’s experience and should help you move through the process smoothly!
Hello and welcome to Orlando Health Medical Group Urology! We're honored you have chosen us to help you with this difficult time. We want to be here for you as you prepare for your urological surgery with Dr. Lucas Wiegand. Allow us to guide you through the process with care and attention.
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👨⚕️ Meet Your Team 👩⚕️
1. Dr. Lucas Wiegand
- Your skilled surgeon who will lead your surgical team with expertise and compassion.
2. Medical Assistants Terry and Giselle
- Dr. Wiegand’s dedicated assistants who will be there to support you before, during, and after your surgery.
3. Surgical Coordinator Gem, Insurance Authorization Assistant, Post-operative Visit Coordinator
- Your go-to person for any questions or concerns you may have about scheduling, timing, authorization, physician clearance for surgery.
4. Physician Assistant Nicole Salazar, PA
- Assists with preoperative evaluation, post-operative care, assisting during surgery, and all other aspects of your care.
Dr. Wiegand is in the operating room 3-4 days per week. Because of this, he is not available immediately to answer questions most days. The system in place relies on the team to field questions and interrupt Dr. Wiegand during surgery for emergencies. Dr. Wiegand has clearly defined what is an emergency and what is not. Joshua and Gem, as well as the rest of the OHMG urology team, are the main points of contact and can get in touch with Dr. Wiegand 24 hours a day if needed. Nicole is also available to answer questions and concerns and is in direct contact with Dr. Wiegand at all times.
Your surgery will be at one of the following locations:
Orlando Regional Medical Center
a. 52 W Underwood St, Orlando, FL 32806
Par Street Outpatient Surgery Center/Orlando Surgery Center
a. 3435 Pinehurst Avenue Orlando, FL 32804
🏨 Accommodation 🏨
For your convenience, here are some hotels nearby to Orlando Regional Medical Center and Orlando Surgery Center
1. Comfort Suites Orlando Downtown
2. Courtyard by Marriott Orlando Downtown
🏥 Pharmacies 💊
If you have your surgery at Orlando Regional Medical Center, medications can be delivered to most patients in the hospital prior to discharge.
For patients at Orlando Surgery Center, please make sure to discuss with Dr. Wiegand where you would like any post-operative mecications sent.
Your Surgery:
Surgery Name: ___________________________________________________________________
Surgery Date and Time: ___________________________________________________________
Surgery Location: ________________________________________________________________
**Please look up more information online at reputable websites. Dr. Wiegand is always happy to answer any questions that may arise. Having your questions fully answered will lower your stress level and improve your surgical outcomes! **
📝 Preparation Tips 📝
Here are some tips to help you prepare:
Pre-op:
1. Follow Preop Instructions: Dr. Wiegand's team will provide you with specific instructions. Follow them closely for the best outcome. All of your medications will be addressed and discussed, which meds to continue and which to hold.
2. Arrive on Time: Be sure to arrive at the hospital at the designated time. Surgery times are estimates only!
3. Notify Us of Changes: If anything changes in your health or circumstances, let us know as soon as possible.
4. Pre-admission testing is required for most patients in order to make sure patients will not be cancelled the day of surgery. This may identify other conditions that require work-up prior to surgery
5. Preop urine culture – when requested, this needs to be completed a week before surgery. This allows time for appropriate treatment if needed
6. Most patients need to not eat after midnight, no matter what you are told by pre-op or when your surgery is scheduled. This will allow your surgery to be moved up in the event of a cancellation or if we are moving ahead of schedule.
7. Unless told otherwise specifically, you will need someone to drive you home.
8. Upon arrival, check in at the front desk. You will then be directed to the preoperative area.
9. A nurse will prepare you for surgery, which may include changing into a gown, starting an IV, and meeting with your anesthesiologist. All questions about the type of anesthesia, medications, etc should be asked at this time to the anesthesiologist. Dr. Wiegand cannot tell the anesthesiologist which meds to use. Dr. Wiegand cannot choose certain anesthesiologists.
During surgery:
1. All surgery times are estimates. Surgeries take longer or are shorter depending on many different factors.
2. At ORMC, the staff will keep you updated via text message if you provide your cell phone number
3. At the surgery center, the front desk staff can keep you updated.
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After surgery/post-operative:
Recovery
Follow-Up Care
Questions
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our preoperative team. We are here to ensure your procedure goes as smoothly as possible!
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If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to assist you every step of the way.
Wishing you a successful surgery and a speedy recovery!