Surgery Optimization Clinic

At the Erlanger Surgery Optimization Clinic, we partner with patients who meet specific medical criteria prior to their procedure to improve health and reduce risk. If your surgeon has referred you to the Surgery Optimization Clinic, our team will contact you to schedule your initial assessment.

Why Surgery Optimization Matters

Your health before surgery plays a critical role in how well you heal afterward. Conditions like uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure, tobacco use, sleep apnea, slow-healing skin, anemia, or being over or under a healthy weight can all increase your risk of complications. Our team works with you to improve these factors so you can go into surgery stronger, safer, and more prepared.

The Benefits of Preparing for Surgery

Working with the Surgery Optimization Clinic can help

• Lower your risk of infection
• Reduce pain after surgery
• Improve heart, lung, and overall organ function 
• Shorten your hospital stay
• Increase your strength and activity level
• Speed up recovery
• Help improve overall surgical outcomes

Your Personalized Plan 

After your initial assessment, we’ll create a care plan tailored specifically to you. Your plan may include education about your procedure and recovery, nutrition support, strength and mobility exercises, medication adjustments, chronic condition management, smoking cessation support, and mental preparation to reduce stress and anxiety.

Coordinated Care, Every Step of the Way

Your care team works together to support you before surgery, including your surgical optimization nurse, surgeon, anesthesiologist, and primary care provider. We stay in close communication to ensure your care is seamless and coordinated from start to finish.