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Giving Your Informed Consent 
This document covers questions you should ask your doctor before consenting to surgery. The topics covered include the indications for the operation, the risk involved, and the result that it is hoped... Details >
Ileostomy, Colostomy, and Ileoanal Reservoir Surgery
This document defines the types of surgeries involved for patients with digestive diseases requiring partial or total removal of the intestines.... Details >
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health
Know Your Anesthesiologist
Tips for patients on how to learn as much as possible about their anesthesiologist prior to a surgical procedure. The fact sheet explains the role of the anesthesiologist, how to choose an anesthesio... Details >
Public Information and Patient Resources - American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
This site provides answers to important questions for those preparing to undergo surgery and receive anesthesia.... Details >
Publications - National Organization of Circumcision Information Resource Centers
NOCIRC Publications... Details >
National Organization of Circumcision Information Resource Centers
Questions to Ask Before Surgery
Qualified medical professionals welcome and encourage questions about surgical procedures. In fact, studies have shown that well-informed patients heal faster and report a better overall surgical expe... Details >
Should You Seek Consultation (Second Opinion)?
This document discusses points you should consider if you are seeking consultation (a second opinion), before deciding to have an operation.... Details >
Total Joint Replacement
The goal of joint replacement is to relieve the pain in the joint caused by the damage done to the cartilage.The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons answers questions on joint replacement surgery... Details >
What Will Your Operation Cost
Advice on what questions you should ask your surgeon, as well as the hospital where you are scheduled to have surgery, regarding his or her fees and those of his assistants and hospital rates .... Details >
Who Should Do Your Operation?
This document advises consumers on what qualifications to look for when selecting a physician to do their surgery. Topics discussed include Board certification, Fellowship in the American College of S... Details >