I work nights, and though it isn't ideal, could I work the night shift before day of surgery (BA)?

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I would still follow all routine stipulations, no eating/drinking after midnight etc. I would also inform anesthesia I hadn't slept. Are there any possible complications?

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

I've often had patients who worked the night before their surgery, and they had no complications with their general anesthesia and their surgery. Like you, they followed all of their instructions. You'll have plenty of time to rest in the days after surgery. Best of luck to you. For more information on this and similar
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Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."

Ram Kalus, MD, FACS · Answer

You should be fine if all other pre-operative instructions have been adhered to, and most importantly, following post-operative instructions explicitly. Best of luck to you.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Working the night before surgery should not be an issue but you should alert your surgeon and anesthesiologist to your plans.  Assuming you adhere to not eating or drinking after midnight they would want to ensure that you are not overly dehydrated from work activity before going into the operating room.  Hope this helps.

Charles Galanis, MD · Answer

As every surgeon has his/her own instructions around the perioperative period, it would be most appropriate to consult with him/her.  In my practice, assuming you are following NPO guidelines, I would not see this as a problem.  Good luck!

Lane Smith, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  As every surgeon is unique in their pre operative insturcitions, it is always best to conulst with your opearting surgeon forst in these matters.  That being said, as long as your surgeon and anesthesia provider are made aware of this information, and you adhere to the NPO insturctions you were given, there should be no issue with working prior to your surgery.Best regards,Dr. Lane F. Smith, MDPlastic SurgeonLas Vegas, NV

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

Sure...but since every surgeon may have a slightly different protocol, best to always check in with your operating surgeon for his or her recommendations. Good luck with your upcoming surgery!

Nathan Kludt, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.There should not be any issues with working the night prior to your surgery. Be sure to notify you surgeon so they are aware. Best of luck, Dr. Kludt

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't think there is any problem working a night shift prior to your breast augmentation. However this is a question that should be addressed specifically to your own surgeon.

Frank J. Ferraro, MD · Answer

I ask all my patients to optimize their body prior to surgery including weight loss stop smoking and be well rested. Working to much before or after may effect you negatively. Work closely with your plastic surgeon's office and simply ask them what is best.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I think that it is probably best to not work the night before surgery so that you can get a good night rest.

I work nights, and though it isn't ideal, could I work the night shift before day of surgery (BA)?

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