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 Consumer Health InformationSurgery Information Provided by OR-Live through MEDLINE Plus. This page provides links to pre-recorded webcasts of surgical procedures. These are actual operations performed at medical centers in the United States since January 2004. The videos last an hour. Please note that you cannot send in questions by email, though the webcast may say that you can, because you are not seeing these videos live. You will need RealPlayer to view the programs. If you do not have Real Player, you will be prompted to obtain a free download of the software before you view the presentation. American Society of Anesthesiologists Patient Education Site Provides important and useful information to help you become a more informed patient about the medical care you receive before, during and following surgical and diagnostic procedures. Having Surgery? What You Need to Know: Questions for Your Doctor and Your Surgeon For patients who are facing surgery that is not an emergency. Some of the questions in this document may help you and your family understand more about your surgery, whether it has to be done right away or can be done later. Your doctor or nurse also can help you understand what is being done and why. Don't be afraid to ask questions! American College of Surgeons Public Information Page Provides informaiton on the college as well as information on: Protecting Your Health -- How to find a qualified surgeon and other topics Frequently performed procedures -- From Appendectomy to Low Back Pain... When You Need an Operation -- Answers to frequently asked questions What is Correct Site Surgery? Your Surgery.Com
The library also holds the following titles that provide information for patients and consumers: McLanahan, Sandra A. Surgery and its alternatives: how to make the right choices for your health. New York : Twin Streams, 2002. Ruggieri, Paul. The surgery handbook: a guide to understanding your operation. Omaha, NE : Addicus Books, 2000.
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