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    Brett R. Levine, MD, MS

    Associate Professor – Rush University Medical Center

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Home » Patient Info » Pre/Post Operative Instructions

Pre Operative Instructions

  • Cold Therapy Options for Surgery
  • Frequently asked questions regarding hip and knee replacements
  • Pre-operative infection prevention protocols
  • What medications to stop before surgery
  • Preop instruction sheet
  • Information regarding blood transfusions and surgery

Post Operative Instructions

  • Listing of dental and surgical procedures that require prophylactic antibiotics
  • Instructions for after your release from the hospital–Hip Replacement
  • Instructions for after your release from the hospital–Knee Replacement
  • Activity restrictions in the first six weeks after hip replacement–Hip Precautions
  • A list of medications you will need for your hip surgery
  • A list of medications you will need for your knee surgery
  • Frequently asked questions regarding return to sexual activity after a hip replacement
  • Instructions on when and what supports are allowed/suggested after a hip or knee replacement
  • A schedule for the approximate timing of medications after a hip replacement
  • A schedule for the approximate timing of medications after a knee replacement

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