Outpatient Surgery

Surgery is considered only after all non-operative means have been considered and/or tried. Doctors Ryan and Wells perform surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital and the Surgery Center of Chevy Chase. Some procedures can be preformed as an outpatient, same day discharge basis, while other procedures require admission to the hospital. Each operation has different requirements. Most operations require medical clearance from your general physician and basic blood test, an EKG or chest X Rays, depending on age or pre-existing medical problems.

The staff at Chevy Chase Orthopaedics is familiar with the pre-operative requirements and will assist in making those arrangements.

All patients are required to sign an operative permit explaining the potential risks and complications and variable results, as well as alternative treatments available. Pre-operative instructions will be provided by the scheduling secretary. Any and all questions regarding the procedure should be directed to the surgeon performing the operation. Please be sure you are clear on the nature of the operation and all questions have been answered to your satisfaction.