Outpatient Medical Plaza

At Florida Hospital Altamonte, we believe that sometimes Less IS More.

With incisions about the size of a dime, our minimally invasive surgical procedures give you better results with less post-operative pain and less scarring as well as less recovery time--meaning less time away from work and daily activities, and less chance for infection.

In addition, most minimally invasive procedures are offered on an outpatient basis, meaning less time in the hospital.

Through advanced technology, state-of-the-art equipment, and our experienced surgical team, Florida Hospital Altamonte offers you a lot more for less.

Some of the most common minimally invasive procedures include hysterectomies, urological procedures, surgery on the lower stomach and bowels, gall bladder surgeries, appendectomies, and joint and bone surgeries.

Florida Hospital Altamonte's Outpatient Surgery Center is the only facility in Central Florida that offers the comfort of private rooms for post-operative recovery. Skilled surgeons form the most respected surgical groups in the Greater Orlando area perform more than 3,000 surgical procedures a year at Florida Hospital Altamonte.

Preparing for your procedure

• Do not eat or drink after midnight the day before surgery unless otherwise instructed by your physician (or an anesthesiologist). This includes water, candy and gum.
• If you are taking medications, follow your physician's or anesthesiologist's instructions.
• Do not smoke the day of your surgery.
• Leave all valuables home, including money, credit cards and jewelry.
• Wear minimal or no make-up.
• If you wear dentures, glasses or contact lenses, you may need to remove them before surgery. Please bring the necessary items to store them.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing and low-heeled shoes.
• Arrange for a responsible adult to be present for post-op instructions, to take you home and to remain with you after discharge. For your safety, surgery may be canceled if these arrangements are not made.
• If the patient is a child, we recommend two adults accompany the child home.
• If you are under 18 years of age and not married, you must have a consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian.
• Notify your physician if your condition changes prior to surgery (i.e. illness, fever).
• You should arrive an hour and a half in advance of your scheduled procedure.
• Family and friends who will be responsible for assisting you in your post procedural home care are requested to remain with you during your stay in our facility.