CATARACT MD Day of Surgery

You can expect to feel nervous, anxious or excited prior to your procedure. This is a completely natural, normal response.
Please pre-arrange alternate transportation for after your surgery.
Please be aware that your eyes will be irritated and light sensitive following the procedure. This usually diminishes within 24 hours after surgery.
Do not use any make-up or any alcohol-based or scented products the day of surgery.
We recommend avoiding alcohol 24 hours prior to and 48 hours after your surgery, as this tends to dehydrate the tissues and can delay the healing process.
Wear comfortable clothing on your surgery day. Please do not wear clothing such as wool or fleece that may generate lint in the surgical suite.
In consideration of others and to ensure that your visit is as comfortable as possible, we ask that you do not bring children to the Centre. The duration of your visit will be approximately 4 hours.
No short-distance driving for at least 24hrs. No long-distance driving for 3 days.