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. We are proudly founded by our premier physicians in partnership with Hoag.
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 Classes
- Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class
- Total Shoulder Replacement Class
- Surgery Center Patient Resources
- Important Resources for ALL Pre-op Patients
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Classes - Resources & Handouts
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Classes
There are two pre-op education classes for patients scheduled for or who are having hip or knee replacement surgery. One for patients staying Overnight, and another is for patients going home the Day of Surgery. Classes are for patients and their caregivers.
Pre-Op Hip & Knee Handouts
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Pre-Op Nutrition and Hydration
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Universal Decolonization Instructions
- Signs of An Opioid Overdose and How to use Narcan
- How to Properly Dispose of Opioids
- Pre-Op Exercises for Hip & Knee Surgery
- Day of Surgery Handout
- FAQ about Anesthesia
- Bowel & Colon Mobility Program
Additional Resources for Pre-Op Hip & Knee Class
Functional Mobility Video
Anesthesia Education
Fall Prevention Education
Instructions for Using Antiseptic Nasal Swabs
Please note that using gloves is optional.
Register for Overnight Stay Class
Register for Day of Surgery Discharge Class
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.
Register for Spine Pre-Op Class
Spine Surgery Orientation Class Handouts
Additional Resources for Pre-Op Spine Class
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Spine Pre-Op Nutrition and Hydration
- Bowel & Colon Mobility Program
Cervical Spine Post-Op Reference
Getting Around After Spine Surgery Video
Anesthesia Education
Fall Prevention Education
Instructions for Using Antiseptic Nasal Swabs
Please note that using gloves is optional.
How to Change Your Spine Dressing
Register for Spine Pre-Op Class
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
- Nutrition and Hydration Instructions
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Bowel & Colon Mobility Program
What to Expect After Shoulder Surgery Video
How to Put On and Take Off Your Shoulder Brace Video
Anesthesia Education
Fall Prevention Education
Instructions for Using Antiseptic Nasal Swabs
Please note that using gloves is optional.
Register for Shoulder Pre-Op Class
Surgery Center (ASC) Patient Education Resources
Surgery Center (ASC) Patient Handouts
- Total Knee Replacement Education
- Posterior Total Hip Replacement Education
- Anterior Total Hip Replacement Education
- Decolonization Instructions for ASC Patients
- Build a Healthy Meal - 10 Tips
- Vary Your Protein Routine - 10 Tips
- Signs of An Opioid Overdose and How to use Narcan
- How to Properly Dispose of Opioids
Register for Surgery Center Pre-Op Class
Important Resources for All Pre-Op Patients
