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✅ Pre-Surgery Checklist

This checklist will help you prepare systematically for your hip replacement surgery. Complete each task and check it off as you go.

Days Until Surgery

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🗓️ 7 Days Before Surgery
  • Stop restricted medications/supplements as instructed
  • Prepare home for recovery (remove hazards, set up recovery area)
  • Arrange for help and medical equipment (walker, cane, etc.)
🗓️ 6 Days Before Surgery
  • Continue healthy meals and hydration
  • Confirm surgery time/location with doctor
  • Arrange transportation to/from hospital
🗓️ 5 Days Before Surgery
  • Review medication list with care team
  • Complete pre-op lab work/clearances if needed
  • Begin pre-surgical skin cleansing if instructed
🗓️ 4 Days Before Surgery
  • Continue to avoid restricted medications/supplements
  • Prepare comfortable clothes and meals for recovery
🗓️ 3 Days Before Surgery
  • Check supply of wound care items (bandages, gauze, etc.)
  • Continue pre-surgical skin cleansing if instructed
  • Prepare insurance info and ID
🗓️ 2 Days Before Surgery
  • Pack hospital bag (ID, insurance, meds, toiletries, personal items)
  • Confirm support person/ride for surgery day
  • Continue dietary/medication restrictions
🗓️ 1 Day Before Surgery
  • Follow fasting instructions (nothing to eat/drink after midnight)
  • Take shower with special soap if instructed
  • Get a good night's sleep
🏥 Surgery Day
  • Do not eat/drink unless instructed
  • Take only approved medications with small sip of water
  • Arrive at hospital at instructed time (7:30am check-in)

📞 Important Reminders