If you have any concerns please call (907) 562-2277 to speak to our on-call physician.
After surgery, some discomfort, swelling, bruising, or mild drainage may be expected. However, certain symptoms can be signs of a serious complication and should be evaluated right away. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to our team directly. For any issues please contact us directly at (907) 562-2277 at any time of day. During business hours, you will be able to get in touch with our team and support staff. Alternatively, you may visit us at our walk-in clinic located at 3801 Lake Otis pkwy. After business hours, you will be routed directly to our on call physician. Please be aware that the on-call provider can only manage medically related questions and will not be able to assist with paperwork, scheduling, or other similar requests.
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately if you experience:
Chest pain, pressure, or pain that spreads to your arm, back, neck, or jaw
Shortness of breath, trouble breathing, or coughing up blood
Sudden weakness, numbness, confusion, difficulty speaking, or facial drooping
Fainting, severe dizziness, or loss of consciousness
Heavy bleeding that does not stop with firm pressure
Severe or worsening pain that is not controlled with prescribed medication
A painful, red, swollen, or warm leg, especially in the calf
Fever with shaking chills, confusion, rapid heartbeat, or feeling very ill
New redness, warmth, swelling, pus-like drainage, or worsening pain around your incision
An incision that opens, or drainage with a foul odor
Persistent vomiting or inability to keep fluids down
Any symptom that feels severe, sudden, or life-threatening
*This is not meant to be medical advice, and does not constitute an exhaustive list of symptoms or reasons to seek care. If you are unsure whether your symptoms are an emergency, it is safest to seek medical care right away. For non-urgent questions during recovery, please contact our office or follow the instructions provided in your discharge paperwork. Always follow the specific instructions given by your surgeon and care team.