Surgery might be a physical event, but it’s a mental and emotional one, too. Even if the procedure is routine, it can bring up real fears of pain and the unknown. That kind of stress doesn’t always ...

Survivors share tips that you should know before breast cancer surgery, including what to expect and how to prepare for your ...

Preparing your child for surgery can be a stressful time for you both. Working with your healthcare team, you can help make this scary time a little less frightening by addressing your child’s ...

Open heart surgery requires cutting open your chest to access and repair your heart. This is an extensive surgery that may last as long as 3-5 hours. Recovery from open heart surgery may take 4-6 ...

Fasting before surgery is easier now, thanks to shorter fasting times supported by evidence of improved surgical outcomes.