PRACTICAL TIPS and resources YOU NEED!
Helping you get ready for surgery and recover well
Hearing "you need surgery" doesn't have to be scary
It can be less overwhelming when you know what to expect, how to get ready, and how to recover well.
I created this website based on my experience as a patient. The goal is to make it easy for adult patients and their caregivers to access free tools, information, and resources about surgery.
Topics focus on surgery in general rather than specific types of operations. We also don't talk about financial matters or insurance because they vary so much geographically.
In addition to the articles, check out the library of free, downloadable resources featuring topics like questions to ask your surgeon and what to pack if you will be staying in hospital. All content is informed by the experiences of other surgery patients who've been there,
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Many patients have found these tips helpful for calming their pre-surgery anxiety and nervousness. Let us know in the comments if you have anything to add! Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been through it before, it’s natural to feel some pre-surgery anxiety. Check out our library of free patient resources to help you […]
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Every year, over 15 million North Americans undergo some type of surgery[1]. Despite how common it is, 60–80% of patients experience fear or anxiety before their procedure—and that’s completely normal! This post explores common fears about surgery and offers practical ideas to help you manage them, drawing on insights from patients who have been in […]
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When we think about recovering from surgery, we often focus on physical healing—stitches, scars, regaining strength, and getting back to normal. However, there’s another aspect that’s often overlooked, and that’s the emotional roller coaster that many people experience afterward. Post-surgery depression and sadness can be a surprising and difficult part of recovery. It’s not just […]
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The top 10 things patients say they wish they’d known before their surgery. You can still use these tips even if your operation was an unplanned emergency.
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Tips for managing your medications after surgery, including working with your pharmacist and the free printable Medication Tracker.
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Things you can do ahead of time to make life easier after you get home from the hospital.
