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    Tonsil, Adenoid, and Ear Tube Surgery: The Day of Surgery

    When you get to the hospital, you will need to check in. You will sign a surgery consent form if you haven’t already. Before you sign it, make sure all your questions about the surgery have been answered.

    Healthcare provider handing woman clipboard with forms.

    Things you should bring with you

    Make sure you have: 

    • Insurance cards or forms

    • A list of any medicines your child takes regularly

    • A list of any allergies your child has, such as from medicines or certain foods

    • A list of special diet needs, such as for diabetes

    • A favorite toy or blanket for your child

    • For babies, a bottle and formula or pacifier for after surgery

    • Something to read while you wait

    Online Medical Reviewer: Ashutosh Kacker MD
    Online Medical Reviewer: Marianne Fraser MSN RN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Tara Novick BSN MSN
    Date Last Reviewed: 12/1/2022
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    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center

    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

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