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Chris Moore3 said:Hello everyone! I noticed this thread is still quite active, which I really appreciate because I have a few questions I'm hoping someone can help with;
For those of you who had surgery at a private facility and were discharged on the second day, did you need to bring things like pajamas or slippers? According to the pre-op instructions, I'm supposed to arrive at the clinic in comfortable clothing and low-heeled shoes (which makes sense), but I'm wondering if they provide those little hospital gowns, or if I should come prepared. Just joking about the gowns! But seriously, what is the actual procedure like at a private clinic?

Hi there,
Sharing my own experience from exactly one month ago. I arrived wearing light sweatpants—I made sure to choose something breathable because during my first surgery at the public county hospital, I wore heavy sweats and ended up waking up completely drenched in sweat and feeling uncomfortably hot. They provided me with slippers once I arrived. When I went into the operating room, I was just wearing the bottom half of my sweats, socks, and a loose-fitting crew neck shirt that was easy to pull over my head. Technically, I didn't even have to take the shirt off; they could have prepared me right then and there. However, the staff suggested I take it off just in case the collar got soiled during the procedure, so I wouldn't be stuck lying there in a damp shirt afterward or force them to change my clothes mid-recovery. There wasn't any intense prep work, complicated changing, or heavy sedation required; I simply showed up, completed the process, and about four hours after the surgery was finished, I was already driving myself home. Despite the fact that it was a grueling and complex five-hour operation, the whole experience felt smooth, relaxed, and most importantly, painless. Best of luck, Chris Moore3! Best regards.

Greetings everyone,
I wanted to share that I just completed my second septorhinoplasty two weeks ago. This follows a much more difficult experience a year back when my nose was essentially ruined—especially from an aesthetic standpoint—at a public hospital after a procedure that was supposedly only meant to be functional. Back then, I was absolutely terrified of the anesthesia, the possibility of vomiting, and the intense postoperative pain. It was a nightmare; for the first two days, I could barely function, and the pain lingered heavily for several days afterward. However, this time at a private clinic, the experience was night and day. There wasn't even a trace of those old struggles; shortly after waking up, I felt like a completely normal human being again. To give you some context, the surgery lasted about five hours because they had to perform a cartilage graft using tissue from my ear. Despite that, I was even able to make a four-hour drive 62 miles back home shortly after the procedure. Removing the packing was perfectly fine, and I didn't experience any bleeding afterward, which stands in stark contrast to my previous stay in the hospital where I felt like I was choking on blood. I’ve been traveling back for follow-up appointments every few days, and honestly, it hasn't been a burden at all. My surgeon truly had his work cut out for him trying to restore some semblance of order to my nose, but the results are starting to show, and for now, I am quite satisfied—though, of course, only time will reveal the final outcome. It certainly wasn't cheap, but the mere fact that I didn't have to suffer and was actually treated with dignity made every cent worth it. I finally feel like I look "normal" again. I wish you all the very best of luck and success with your own procedures, whether you choose a major hospital or a private specialist; I truly hope you all walk away satisfied with the results. LP

Hey electricangler32,
Since I know which hospital you're heading to for your surgery, I wanted to mention that you probably won't have much chance to chat with the anesthesiologist beforehand. From what I understand, even the person who performed your initial screening might not be the one present on the day. You’ll likely only see the anesthesiologist just moments before you drift off to sleep, and since everyone will be wearing masks, you won't really know exactly who they are unless you specifically ask them to introduce themselves.
Regarding food and water, once it hits midnight, you won't be allowed to have anything at all, and then it’s just a long wait until you're finally called in.
If I may take a moment to share a bit of my own experience—it has been a year since my septorhinoplasty, and honestly, I still regret choosing that specific hospital and that particular doctor. I'm actually scheduled to see a private specialist soon for a revision surgery. It's going to cost me upwards of $15,000$0.00, and even then, there is no absolute guarantee that they can fully fix the damage that was done during my first procedure.
Best regards,

Hello everyone,
The time has finally come for my revision septorhinoplasty, and I am reaching out to anyone who has recently been admitted to the ENT department at Mount Sinai for some insight. I’m curious about what the admission procedure looks like lately and what the general atmosphere is like there. I have heard whispers that things feel a bit tense following the recent strikes—apparently, staff and patients alike are feeling a little more on edge due to the resulting backlogs. Generally speaking, what are your thoughts on the ward itself and the overall experience both before and after surgery? Does one typically wait a few days for the procedure, or does it usually happen the very next day? To be honest, I am placing a great deal of hope in this surgery and this hospital, which makes me feel an overwhelming sense of fear and uncertainty; this is a corrective procedure for a previous septorhinoplasty that left my nose in quite a bad state. Since I don't live in Chicago, I really need to coordinate my travel and make a solid plan regarding my family and other obligations. Thank you all so much. Best regards,

Hello again, everyone,

I was wondering if anyone here might be able to share their experiences regarding nose surgery at the general hospital in Cleveland. I am specifically looking into having the procedure performed by Dr. Turkalj.

Thank you all so much in advance.

Hello everyone...

After spending quite a bit of time reading through all the personal accounts shared here on this forum, I’ve finally reached a point where I've decided to move forward with correcting my deviated septum.
I was wondering if anyone here might have any firsthand experience regarding nasal surgery at Varaždin General Hospital—specifically working with Dr. Turkalj.

Thank you all so much in advance.