PATIENT INFORMATION


Consultation


Initial Consultation

Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, some surgery can be done the same day as the consultation. However if you have a complex medical history or treatment plan then you then you will require an evaluation and a second appointment to provide appropriate treatment on another day. Our phone number is 619.463.4486.

Days

Hours
Monday-Friday
8:00 am-5:00 pm


Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:

  • Your surgical referral slip and any X-rays if applicable
  • A list of medications you are presently taking
  • If you have medical or dental insurance, bring the necessary completed forms. This will save time and allow us to help you process any claims.


IMPORTANT: All patients under the age of 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the consultation visit and surgery appointment.

A pre-operative consultation is mandatory for patients undergoing IV anesthesia for surgery. Please have nothing to eat or drink or drink 8 hours prior to your surgery. You will also need an adult to drive you home.

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Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are on any medication (i.e. heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, diet pills, herbal supplements, etc.)

X-Ray

If your dentist or physician has taken x-rays, you may request that they forward them to our office. If there is not enough time, please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary, they can be taken at our facility.

In Case of Emergency

A vital part of our service is being available for your emergency needs. Please explain your problem to our receptionist, who will arrange an immediate appointment for you. Our phone number is 619.463.4486. Our doctors provide 24-Hour emergency coverage.

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