Cottage Outpatient Surgery Center
Refreshed, Redesigned and Reopened
For more than 50 years, the Cottage Outpatient Surgery Center has been defined by its uncompromising quality of care. Now, the facility has been renovated into the outpatient surgery center of the future.
For patients whose treatments don't require an overnight stay, Cottage has created an innovative space that’s welcoming and comfortable – so patients can focus on what matters most: getting back home to their lives and their families.
Same Excellent Care, Enhanced Patient Experience
The redesigned Cottage Outpatient Surgery Center offers a more calming environment for patients and families, while the expert team of physicians and staff delivers the same exceptional, high-quality care the community has trusted for over half a century.
Safety First
Please plan to have a responsible adult drive you home after your surgery and stay home with you overnight.
Outpatient Surgical Services
Cottage Outpatient Surgery Center provides service for the following specialties:
- Cardiology
- Ear, nose and throat
- General surgery
- Gynecology
- Maxillofacial
- Orthopedics
- Pediatric gastroenterology
- Pediatric oncology
- Plastic surgery
- Podiatry
About Your Procedure
Before Your Surgery
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Please complete your MyChart questionnaires and paperwork.
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Please complete your preoperative phone call interview and assessment with one of our Cottage Pre-Admission nurses prior to your procedure/surgery.
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Any questions about your insurance coverage may be directed to the outpatient surgery financial counselor at 805-324-9288.
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Do not eat or drink anything after midnight before surgery unless your physician/anesthesiologist/nurse states otherwise; your physician will instruct you regarding your medication routine prior to your procedure.
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If there is a possibility that you may be pregnant, or there is a change in your health (cold, cough, wound infection, fever, etc.) before your scheduled procedure, notify your physician immediately.
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Please contact our outpatient department directly with any questions. 805-569-7282.
Day of Surgery
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Please leave your valuables at home. You may wear dentures, hearing aids, glasses or contacts, but be advised that they may need to be removed prior to your procedure.
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Bring current insurance and Medicare cards, and a photo ID. If you have a payment due prior to your procedure/surgery, please bring a credit/debit card.
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All children under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who is authorized to sign the standard legal surgical consents.
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All legal guardians or conservators of minor or adult patients must bring a copy of the documentation.
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Your anesthesiologist will meet and examine you before surgery. At that time, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss the type of anesthesia best for you.
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Your family may stay with you in the preoperative area until you are taken to surgery.
After Your Surgery
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Most patients spend one to two hours in our post-anesthesia care unit.
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When the anesthesiologist feels it is safe, you will be sent home to complete your recovery.
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Discharge instructions will be reviewed with you.
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Follow your post-procedure care instructions regarding activities, diet, rest and medications.
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For your protection, avoid making important decisions, signing important documents or drinking alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours following your procedure.
Pediatric Patients
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Parents are able to stay with their child in the preoperative area and in the post-anesthesia care unit after surgery, once their child is awake. Parents/guardians are not allowed in the operating room.
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One parent MUST stay in the building from admission until the child is discharged.
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Children having surgery are encouraged to bring a favorite blanket, small toy or stuffed animal for added reassurance and comfort.
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While photography of your child is permitted, we ask that photography and videography be kept at a minimum to respect the privacy of others patients in the area.
