Cataract Surgery Preparation
Your cataract surgery requires eye drops prescribed by your physician before and after surgery. The below details what to expect leading up to, the day of and the day after your surgery, as well as information about where your surgery will take place.
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Before Surgery
2 weeks before surgery: Lens Payment*
* This applies only if you opted for a lens implant ( IOL ) that is NOT covered by MSP:
Mount Saint Joseph Hospital
Call the lens office at 604-877-8195 to pay over the phone.
If your lens payment is not made prior to surgery, your surgery may
be delayed or cancelled.
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You will pay for your IOL on the day of the surgery.
3 DAYS BEFORE SURGERY: START EYE DROPS
Prescription for eye drops provided by the surgical coordinator.
If you do not have a prescription for the drops, contact the
surgical coordinator immediately at 604-564-0254 (Ext. 3)
Eye drop instructions will be printed on the bottles by your
pharmacist.
Some appointments are booked on short notice and it may not be
possible to start the drops 3 days ahead of time. It is still safe to go
ahead with the surgery.
1-2 DAYS BEFORE SURGERY
You will receive a call from our office about the time of your surgery.
Vancouver Ophthalmology does not get exact times before this.
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DAY OF SURGERY
SURGERY DATE:
Your surgery day may change as emergencies come up.
We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause &
thank you very much for your patience.
LOCATION OF YOUR SURGERY
MOUNT ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
3080 Prince Edward Street,
Vancouver, BC V5T 2N4
Delia Tetreault Procedure Room
First Floor
Use Kingsway Entrance
PHONE: 604-874-1171
Suite 110A - 855
West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2G2
PHONE: 604-639-8088
PARKING
Paid underground parking
entrance off of Hornby Street.
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DAY OF SURGERY INFORMATION
You will be with us for approximately 3 hours which includes
waiting and preparation for the surgery, the procedure, and a wait
period prior to being discharged.
For patients who do not speak English, please have a translator
attend for all hospital and doctor appointments.
PREPARING FOR SURGERY
• Take all of your regular medications
• You may eat a light meal
• Do not wear make-up, perfume or contact lenses
• Wear comfortable clothing
WHAT TO BRING
• Care card & photo ID
• A list of your medications
• Cell phone (to call your ride after surgery)
DISCHARGE
You MUST arrange a ride home with someone you know.
Public transit, taxi, or ride share is not acceptable.
• Care card & photo ID
• A list of your medications
• Cell phone (to call your ride after surgery)
FOLLOW UP
You will be given a followup card for your next day appointment
time. All appointments after surgery that are scheduled by the
office are mandatory. Plan to be seen at the office the next day
after your surgery. This is important for the safety of your eye.
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ONE DAY AFTER SURGERY
IT IS NORMAL TO HAVE
• Blurry Vision
• Scratchy feeling
• Mild discomfort
After eye surgery, it is very important to take things easy
when you go home, especially during the first week.
• No vigorous activities for 1 week. Light walking is fine.
• Do not get water into your eyes for 1 week
• No swimming for 2 weeks
You may use your eyes in your normal way (reading, watching TV)
without fear of injuring them.
You may wash your hair, shower, and bathe. However, be careful to
not let soap or water get into your eyes.