Preparing for surgery is not just about the operation — it’s preparing your mind + body for the best possible recovery.
Most patients focus only on hospital admission & reports, but what you do in the days before the surgery plays a major role in how smoothly the procedure + post-op healing will go.

Here is a simple, practical and patient-friendly checklist that helps you stay ready both physically and mentally.

✅ 1. Understand Your Procedure Clearly

  • Ask your surgeon what exactly will be done

  • Know if the surgery is open / laparoscopic

  • Know approximate recovery days
    A well-informed patient feels less anxious and more confident.

✅ 2. Share All Medical History & Medicines

Tell your doctor about:

  • Blood pressure / diabetes

  • Any blood thinner medicines

  • Previous surgeries

  • Allergies to injections / medicines

This helps prevent complications during anaesthesia.

✅ 3. Sleep Well for 3–4 Days Before Surgery

Good sleep improves:

  • pain tolerance

  • immunity

  • wound healing

Avoid phone till late night. Rest is a pre-surgery medicine.

✅ 4. Eat Light & Follow Pre-Op Diet Instructions

Your surgeon may ask:

  • low-fat diet

  • avoid heavy or spicy food

  • fasting after midnight

Follow this strictly — this helps anaesthesia work safely.

✅ 5. Stay Physically Active (Unless Told Not To)

Mild walking for 20–30 mins per day improves blood circulation & lung capacity — which supports faster recovery.

✅ 6. Stop Smoking & Alcohol 2–4 Weeks Prior

Both increase anaesthesia risk & delay wound healing.

✅ 7. Keep All Reports, ID & Medicines Packed

Prepare your surgery bag:

  • Aadhaar / ID

  • double copy of reports

  • regular medication

  • comfortable clothing for discharge day

✅ 8. Prepare Your Home for Post-Surgery

  • keep bed easy to access

  • place essential items close to your reach

  • arrange a family member to accompany you after discharge

A comfortable home setup = smoother healing.

✅ 9. Practice Relaxation Techniques

Simple techniques that reduce anxiety:

  • deep breathing

  • light music

  • meditation / prayer

  • guided visualization

Calm mind → stable BP → smoother anaesthesia experience.

Final Reminder

Surgery is a team effort — surgeon + patient + family.

When you enter the OT well-prepared physically and mentally, your body responds better and your recovery becomes faster, especially in minimally invasive procedures where early mobilization is possible.

If you need personal guidance about your surgery preparation, you can always contact Guruji Surgical Centre for a pre-surgery counseling session.