Pre-operative clearance physical examinations are designed to ensure your safety and preparedness before undergoing surgery. Our experienced medical providers carefully assess your overall health status, helping minimize potential risks.

During your pre-operative evaluation, we will thoroughly review your medical history, including current medications, known allergies, previous surgeries, and any chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, lung disease, or kidney issues.

Our skilled healthcare providers perform a detailed physical examination, evaluating critical vital signs, such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure. We carefully listen to your heart and lungs for any abnormalities, check your peripheral circulation, and examine your abdomen for signs of tenderness or organ enlargement. Additionally, our providers assess your neurological functions, including reflexes, muscle strength, and coordination.

At Niagara Falls Urgent Care, we routinely order appropriate laboratory tests as part of your pre-operative clearance assessment. These tests commonly include complete blood counts to detect anemia or infection, electrolyte panels, kidney and liver function tests, blood glucose measurements, and coagulation studies to evaluate bleeding risk. Depending on your age, medical history, and type of surgery being planned, additional diagnostic tests may be recommended, including chest X-rays, electrocardiograms (ECGs), pulmonary function tests, or specialized cardiac assessments like echocardiograms or stress tests.

Furthermore, our healthcare providers will clearly outline important pre-operative instructions, which may involve medication adjustments, dietary restrictions, fasting guidelines, and necessary lifestyle modifications to follow prior to your surgical procedure.

Our primary goal with the pre-operative clearance evaluation is to ensure your safety and comfort by proactively identifying and managing any health concerns, thereby reducing your risk for complications during and after surgery.

A pre-operative physical exam provided by Niagara Falls Urgent Care is an essential step in preparing patients throughout the Niagara community for surgery, ensuring safety and optimal surgical outcomes. Our skilled medical providers conduct a comprehensive evaluation to assess each patient’s overall health status, identify underlying medical conditions, and recognize potential risk factors that could complicate surgery or anesthesia. By performing a thorough physical examination and carefully reviewing medical history, we can determine if additional diagnostic tests or specialist consultations are necessary before surgery.

Our pre-operative assessments also enable us to collaborate closely with surgical teams to develop an individualized surgical and anesthesia plan tailored specifically to each patient’s unique health needs. This targeted approach reduces the likelihood of complications, minimizes unnecessary risks, and enhances patient safety before, during, and after surgery. Additionally, our providers take the time to educate patients about their upcoming surgical procedures, addressing concerns, setting realistic expectations, and clearly outlining instructions for pre- and post-operative care.

Scheduling your pre-operative clearance appointment with Niagara Falls Urgent Care sufficiently ahead of your surgery is essential to ensure adequate time for a thorough evaluation and any necessary follow-up tests or treatments. We typically recommend scheduling your pre-operative clearance approximately two to four weeks. This timeframe provides our medical providers ample opportunity to perform a comprehensive assessment, complete required testing, and address any health issues identified during your evaluation.

Patients with complex medical histories or chronic medical conditions may require additional time or specialty consultations. In these cases, scheduling your appointment even earlier, about four to six weeks in advance is highly advisable.

To determine the ideal timing based on your individual health status and the specific requirements of your upcoming procedure, please consult directly with your surgical team or speak to our medical professionals at Niagara Falls Urgent Care. We’re here to support you through every step of your pre-operative preparation, ensuring a seamless surgical experience.

During your pre-operative physical examination, our experienced medical professionals will thoroughly evaluate your overall health to determine if specific laboratory tests or imaging studies are necessary. The need for these tests typically depends on factors such as your age, medical history, the type of surgery planned, and existing health conditions.

For example, routine blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC), electrolyte levels, blood glucose, or coagulation studies, may be ordered right here at Niagara Falls Urgent Care to screen for any hidden health issues that could complicate surgery or anesthesia. Additionally, depending on your unique medical history and the nature of your upcoming procedure, imaging studies such as chest X-rays or electrocardiograms (EKGs) may be recommended to thoroughly evaluate your cardiovascular and respiratory health.

At Niagara Falls Urgent Care, we closely follow established medical guidelines and recommendations when deciding which pre-operative studies are appropriate for your specific needs. It is important to openly discuss your medical history, current medications, previous surgeries, and current symptoms with our providers to ensure they have all the necessary information for accurate assessment and safe preparation for your surgery. For more information, please contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 3117 Military Road Suite 2, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. We serve patients from Niagara Falls NY, Lewiston NY, Sanborn NY, Walmore NY, Tonawanda NY, Model City NY, and Grand Island NY.