Frequently Asked Questions

If I am having anesthesia for my surgery, why should I not eat or drink before the surgery?
Having any food or drink in your stomach can make you nauseated after surgery. It also increases the risk of vomiting during the surgery, which can result in pneumonia.

If I am having anesthesia for my surgery, why shouldn't I drive afterwards?
The medication that is given decreases your reaction time, so it is never recommended that you drive home after surgery.

Why should I have my surgery at a surgical center and not a hospital?
Surgical centers specialize in just surgery. Surgical centers have been in operation for many years. They are held to the standards not only of the State of Ohio but also the Joint Commission. To find out more about surgical centers in Ohio, visit www.oaasc.net .

How long has the Northern Ohio Surgical Center been in operation?
The doors opened in August of 2000. The surgical center averages eighteen surgeries a day.

What types of specialties practice at the Northern Ohio Surgical Center?
There are many different types of specialists that are credentialed to practice at the surgical center. The specialties include Orthopedics, Pain Management, Respiratory, Podiatry, Urology, Ophthalmology, Endoscopic, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, and Gynecology.

Does my insurance cover procedures at the surgical center?
We accept most insurances. If you have a question, please call the surgical center for individual information.