HomePatients
Everything for your visit
Portal, bills and forms, plus what to expect before and after your appointment.
Before your visit
- Insurance cards, including any secondary plan
- A photo ID
- A list of your medications and eye drops
- Your current glasses or contacts
- Sunglasses, and a driver if your eyes may be dilated
Before cataract surgery
- We measure your eye to choose the lens power.
- You may start eye drops a few days before surgery.
- We will tell you if any medicines should pause. Do not stop any medicine on your own.
- Arrange for someone to drive you home.
After cataract surgery
- Use your drops exactly as prescribed.
- Keep soap and water out of the eye.
- Do not rub or press on the eye. Wear the shield while you sleep.
- No driving or exercise until your doctor says it is safe.
Call us right away if you have pain that over-the-counter medicine does not relieve, your vision gets worse, or redness keeps increasing.
Common questions
How early should I arrive?
About 15 minutes early, with your insurance cards, photo ID, medication list and current glasses or contacts.
Can I drive after my visit?
If your eyes are dilated, your vision may be blurry and light-sensitive for a few hours. Bring sunglasses and consider a driver.
How do I get my test results?
Through the patient portal, or call your office.
How do I cancel or reschedule?
Call the office where your appointment is booked.