Information for Your Orthopaedic Surgeon

Some preparation before your visit to the orthopaedic surgeon can help make your visit go more smoothly. Below are some suggestions of what type of information to bring with you to an appointment.

• Your medical history, both recent and past, including information about:
• Other medical conditions
• Previous surgeries
• Previous injuries
• Information about your medications, including the dosage and strength:
• Over-the-counter
• Prescription
• Information about any nutritional supplements such as vitamins, herbal supplements, glucosamine, etc.
• Information about any allergies you have
• Information about previous tests done to assess your symptoms

This information can help your orthopaedic surgeon assess your situation leaving more time to discuss your symptoms and activity level.

Last Updated: 10/16/2007