When it comes to surgery,

You deserve the best

Surgical team.

Award-Winning Surgical Care to

Fit Your Needs

At Grand Lake Health System, we strive to deliver the highest quality care to patients through top-rated surgical leaders and innovative treatment options.

Surgical Procedures Available at Grand Lake Health System

General Surgery

Robotic

Orthopedic

Gynecological

Urological

Ears, Nose & Throat

Foot and Ankle

Vein Care

Endoscopy

Pre-Admission Testing
Preparing for Surgery
Day of Surgery
During Surgery
After Surgery

REDESIGNING THE PATIENT EXPERIENCE

WITH ROBOTIC-ASSISTED SURGERY

Surgery is an area of medicine which has seen tremendous changes throughout the years, including advanced robotic techniques. This has enabled our team to serve our patients and community in bigger and better ways.

View our full list of available robotic surgeries:

General

  • Robotic cholecystectomy (gallbladder)
  • Robotic hiatal hernia repair
  • Robotic toupet fundoplication with hernia repair
  • Robotic inguinal hernia repair
  • Robotic umbilical hernia repair
  • Robotic colectomy (colon resection)

Gynecology

  • Robotic assisted ovarian cystectomy
  • Robotic assisted salpingo-oopherectomy
  • Robotic diagnostic laparoscopy
  • Robotic total laparoscopic hysterectomy

Gynecology
· Robotic assisted ovarian cystectomy
· Robotic assisted salpingo-oopherectomy
· Robotic diagnostic laparoscopy

· Robotic total laparoscopic hysterectomy

Common Procedure FAQs

COLONOSCOPY

You can start with your primary care provider, or you can reach out to one of our general surgery offices.

Many patients are afraid about preparing for a colonoscopy. We want to alleviate that fear by preparing you the best we can. Typically, you drink clear liquids for one day. It is accompanied by another fluid to thoroughly clean out your colon.

You will be made comfortable during your procedure. The team will treat you with the utmost respect. Within a few hours you can leave with a driver. You can carry on normal activities the next day.

KIDNEY STONE MANAGEMENT
  • Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys.
  • Kidney stones can affect any part of your urinary tract — from your kidneys to your bladder. Often, stones form when the urine becomes concentrated, allowing minerals to crystallize and stick together.
  • If stones become lodged in the urinary tract, are associated with a urinary infection or cause complications — surgery may be needed.
  • There are several types of procedures to treat kidney stones:

    Shockwave Lithotripsy: provider uses shockwaves to break apart the stones from the outside of your body.

    Ureteroscopy: provider inserts a scope through your urethra and bladder and inter your ureter. Instruments the provider passes through the scope can break up and remove the stone.

The physician may place a small stent in the ureter during the procedure. This will help the stone fragment pass through the bladder. Stents can be removed in the office or by the patient as per surgeon instructions.

If you have additional questions about our surgical services department, contact us at 419-394-9511.

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PRE-ADMISSION TESTING

IF YOU ARE RECEIVING ANESTHESIA SERVICES:

  • If you are receiving local anesthesia, you will not receive a call from the preadmission testing nurse, please refer to your surgeon’s pre-op instructions.
  • Please call the business day prior to your surgery for your arrival time.
  • Please refrain from smoking, eating, or drinking for the duration of the time noted in your pre-op/post op folder.
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PREPARING FOR SURGERY

ADMISSION + PREPARING FOR SURGERY

You will report to the Outpatient Registration Area at the time your physician or the pre-admission nurse informs you to report.

  • It is important for you to have an empty stomach at the time of your operation to avoid complications. Eat a light meal at dinnertime the night before your surgery. You may be instructed to take certain medications with a small sip of water; otherwise, do not eat or drink anything after midnight before your surgery. You may brush your teeth without swallowing the water.
  • Please refrain from smoking for 12 to 24 hours prior to surgery. Smoking within 12 hours of your procedure may result in the delay or cancellation of the procedure.
  • Wear casual, comfortable clothes for your visit with us.
  • Do not wear make-up, nail polish, hairspray or perfume.
  • Please leave jewelry, money, credit cards and all other valuables at home. 
  • If the patient is a child, you may bring a favorite toy or blanket.
  • Practice deep breathing and coughing prior to and day of surgery. We will ask you to continue after your operation.
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ON THE DAY OF SURGERY

  • Please do not smoke on the day of your surgery.
  • Take your medicine as directed by your provider and/or the pre-admission testing nurse.
  • Take a shower and brush your teeth.
  • Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and remove all makeup and nail polish.
  • Bring to the Hospital:
  • Insurance card and photo ID.
  • A list of the medicines you take and their dosages.
  • A copy of your Living Will or Healthcare Power of Attorney paperwork if applicable.
  • A case to store your eyeglasses, contact lenses, hearing aids or dentures.
  • Do not bring any unnecessary valuables with you like jewelry or electronics.
  • You will be asked to remove your glasses, contacts, dentures, hearing aids, and all jewelry before surgery.
  • You must bring another responsible adult with you that will be able to drive you home. They should also be someone you trust to help listen to your discharge instructions as you may experience some gaps in your memory if you receive anesthesia.
  • Please do not come if you are not feeling well. You can cancel and reschedule your procedure by calling your surgeon’s office.
  • If you develop any symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, please notify your surgeon’s office immediately.

Steps to Check in:

  • Enter through the Outpatient Center entrance.
  • A staff member from our registration team will begin to check you in.
  • You will then be asked to wait in the outpatient waiting room.
  • A surgery team member will then take you to the Ambulatory Surgery Unit. Your caregiver / responsible adult may be asked for their phone number for us to provide updates to them throughout your surgical journey. They will also be notified when to go to the consultation room to talk with the surgeon after the procedure is completed.
  • You will meet your nurse and anesthesia provider, who will verify your health information. You will receive an IV catheter so we may give you medications before, during and after your procedure.
  • Any remaining testing will need to be completed, such as a urine sample, blood sample or EKG.
  • You will be taken to the operating room and moved onto the operating table.
  • The room may feel cold, but warm blankets are available for your comfort
  • Your nurses will attach monitoring devices to you to monitor you throughout the procedure.
  • Our anesthesia team will use a combination of therapies to address and minimize your pain throughout your surgical stay.
  • After surgery you will be taken to the recovery area.
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DURING YOUR SURGERY

FAMILY OR FRIENDS MAY WAIT IN THE SURGERY WAITING AREA.

The volunteer at the Information Desk will keep family members informed about your progress and answer any questions they may have about the hospital. One or two family members will meet with your surgeon in the Consultation Room when the operation is completed.

During the surgery, family members are welcome to:

Family members should keep the volunteer informed of their whereabouts so that the surgery staff may contact them when necessary. The surgical staff may ask your family to provide a cell phone number to be used to contact them after the procedure.

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AFTER SURGERY

  • A recovery nurse will provide you with one-on-one care.
  • Your nurse will monitor your vital signs and pain closely.
  • Your surgeon will consult with your designated caregiver / responsible adult following surgery. Your designated caregiver will be notified when they can see you in the recovery area.
  • We will address your anesthetic recovery and any pain or nausea you may experience before discharge and ensure you are given verbal and written instructions to prepare you to recover at home.
  • If you are discharged from the Ambulatory Surgery Unit, please expect a follow-up call from us 1 – 2 days after discharge to see how you’re doing.
  • Please call the surgeon’s office with any concerns.
  • Please do not hesitate to call the Ambulatory Surgery Department with questions either before or after the procedure. 419-394-3335, extension 2750.