Below are some general instructions for patients undergoing cataract surgery at our East Bay and Oakland area offices in San Leandro and Concord. You will receive a more detailed set of instructions including important reminder dates and detailed eye drop instructions prior to your surgery.
Pre-Op Instructions
Eat NOTHING after midnight the night before surgery except a small sip of water to take your medicines the morning of surgery
You may shampoo your hair two nights before the surgery and wash your face the night before surgery
Start eye drops four times a day (while awake) one day before surgery. Restart day of surgery
You MUST have transportation to take you home. You will be unable to drive the rest of the day following surgery
Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing the day of surgery
Leave your jewelry at home the day of surgery
Bring all eye medicines with you to each office visit
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