Prepare for Your Visit with Confidence
Your first appointment is an important step toward answers and personalized care. Here's everything you need to know before your visit, so you can arrive informed, prepared, and focused on your health.
Preparation
Before Your Appointment
Your first visit is an opportunity for us to learn about your health, understand your concerns, and begin developing a personalized treatment plan. To help us provide the best possible care, please arrive a few minutes early and bring your photo ID, insurance card, and a current list of medications.
If you've had imaging studies, pathology reports, lab work, or records from another provider, please bring them with you or arrange to have them sent to our office before your appointment. Having these records available helps us make the most of your visit and may reduce the need for additional testing.
What to Expect
During your consultation, you'll meet with one of our fellowship-trained surgeons for a thorough evaluation. We'll review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, examine the affected area when appropriate, and carefully explain our findings.
If additional imaging, laboratory testing, or diagnostic procedures are recommended, we'll explain why they're needed and answer any questions you may have. Our goal is to ensure you leave your appointment with a clear understanding of your condition and the options available to you.
Planning Your Care
Every patient is unique, and every treatment plan should be as well. Whether your care involves monitoring a condition, a minimally invasive procedure, or complex surgery, we'll work with you to develop a treatment plan that reflects your diagnosis, goals, and overall health.
We'll explain the benefits, risks, expected recovery, and timeline for your care so you can make informed decisions with confidence. We believe that the best outcomes come from a partnership between patient and physician.
Insurance & Questions
We accept most major commercial insurance plans and are happy to help verify your coverage before your appointment. If your insurance requires a referral or prior authorization, our staff can guide you through the process and answer any questions.
If there's anything you're unsure about before your visit—from medical records to directions or scheduling—please don't hesitate to contact our office. We're committed to making every step of your experience as smooth, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.
FAQ
Some insurance plans require a referral from your primary care provider or specialist, while others do not. If you're unsure, our team can help you determine what's needed before your visit.
Please bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a current list of medications, and any relevant medical records, imaging studies, pathology reports, or lab results. If another provider has your records, we recommend requesting they be sent to our office before your appointment.
We recommend arriving 15–20 minutes before your scheduled appointment. This allows time to complete any necessary paperwork and ensures your visit begins on schedule.
Your surgeon will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms, perform a thorough evaluation, and answer your questions. Together, you'll discuss your diagnosis and the treatment options that best fit your needs.
Yes. We encourage patients to bring a family member or trusted friend if they'd like additional support or help remembering important information discussed during the appointment.
If you need to change your appointment, please contact our office as soon as possible. Providing advance notice allows us to offer that appointment time to another patient in need.
We work with most major commercial insurance plans. If you have questions about your coverage or whether a referral or prior authorization is required, our office staff will be happy to assist you before your visit.
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