Pre-Op Resources and Handouts
Thank you for choosing Hoag Orthopedic Institute for your surgical needs. Our world class, fellowship trained orthopedic and spine surgeons and specialty trained staff are skilled at supporting you on your path to Get Back to You, including preparing you for surgery.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our in-person classes are being transitioned to online support classes to best prepare you for surgery.
Choose Your Specific Surgery Below
The following resources are developed to help prepare you for your upcoming surgery at Hoag Orthopedic Institute. Please select your specific surgery from the links below and be sure to review the link titled, "Important Resources for ALL Patients."
- Pre-Op Hip & Knee Class
- Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class
- Total Shoulder Replacement Class
- Important Resources for ALL Pre-op Patients
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Class Resources & Handouts
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Class
This pre-op education class is for patients scheduled for or who are having hip or knee replacement surgery. Classes are for patients and their caregivers.
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Handouts
- Pre-Op Hip and Knee Orientation Class Video
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Pre-Op Nutrition and Hydration
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Antiseptic Alcohol Nasal Swab Instructions
- Shower and Bathing Instructions with Dyna-Hex
- Signs of An Opioid Overdose and How to use Narcan
- How to Properly Dispose of Opioids
Additional Resources for Pre-Op Hip & Knee Class
- Joint Replacement Booklet to view (optional) - password to be provided at Zoom Meeting
- Zoom Meeting class handout
Pre-Op Hip and Knee Education Video
Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class Resources & Handouts
Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class
The purpose of the Pre-Op Spine Class is to prepare the patient for hospitalization. The video and handouts include preparations for home, personal daily goals during your hospital stay, the role for physical therapy intervention and answer any questions or concerns.
Spine Surgery Orientation Class Handouts
- Spine Surgery Handout
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Antiseptic Alcohol Nasal Swab Instructions
- Shower and Bathing Instructions with Dyna-Hex
- Signs of An Opioid Overdose and How to use Narcan
- How to Properly Dispose of Opioids
Additional Resources for Pre-Op Spine Class
Spine Surgery Orientation Pre-Op Video
Cervical Spine Post-Op Reference
Getting Around After Spine Surgery Video
Total Shoulder Replacement & Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Class Resources & Handouts
Total Shoulder Replacement & Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement Class
This is a pre-op education class for patients scheduled for or who are planning to have total shoulder replacement surgery, reverse total shoulder replacement surgery, or rotator cuff repair surgery at Hoag Orthopedic Institute. Classes are for patients and caregivers.
Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery Pre-Op Handouts
- Shoulder Brace - How to Put it On
- Shoulder Brace - How to Take it Off
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Antiseptic Alcohol Nasal Swab Instructions
- Shower and Bathing Instructions with Dyna-Hex
- Signs of An Opioid Overdose and How to use Narcan
- How to Properly Dispose of Opioids
Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery Pre-Op Education Video
Important Resources for All Pre-Op Patients