Need a Pre-Op Evaluation? We Can Help | Houston, TX

Before any surgery, it’s important to ensure your body is fully prepared for the procedure ahead. That’s where a pre-operative (pre-op) evaluation comes in. This comprehensive medical assessment helps determine if you’re healthy enough for surgery and identifies any conditions or risks that might affect your safety or recovery.

Why Pre-Op Evaluations Matter

Surgery places temporary stress on the body, and even minor procedures can impact your heart, lungs, or circulation. A pre-op evaluation helps identify potential risks in advance, so your care team can make informed decisions about how to minimize them.

At Houston Concierge Medicine, Dr. Gregory Burzynski and his team provide detailed, patient-centered pre-op evaluations designed to give you and your surgical team peace of mind. The goal is simple — to make sure your procedure and recovery go as smoothly as possible.

Common goals of a pre-op evaluation include:

• Assessing overall health: Evaluating your heart, lungs, and other vital systems.

• Identifying risks: Detecting chronic conditions or medications that may affect anesthesia or healing.

• Optimizing care: Adjusting treatment plans to ensure your body is in the best possible condition before surgery.

• Providing clearance: Giving your surgeon and anesthesiologist the “green light” to proceed safely.

In many cases, a pre-op evaluation can also reduce the chance of complications and shorten recovery time — helping you return to normal activities sooner.

What’s Included in a Pre-Op Evaluation

Each pre-op evaluation is tailored to your surgery type and individual health needs. Here's what you can expect at Houston Concierge Medicine:

• Comprehensive Medical History: Reviewing medications, allergies, past surgeries, and chronic conditions.

• Physical Examination: Checking vital signs, heart and lung function, and overall physical readiness.

• Laboratory Tests: Bloodwork, urinalysis, or other tests may be ordered to ensure organs are functioning properly.

• Imaging or Cardiac Studies (if needed): Depending on your health status or surgery type, additional tests like X-rays, ECGs, or stress tests may be recommended.

• Medication Review: Evaluating how current prescriptions may interact with anesthesia or post-surgical medications and making adjustments as needed.

• Pre-Surgical Instructions: Guidance on fasting, medication timing, and other preparations to ensure a smooth procedure.

Every step is designed to be thorough, clear, and stress-free — helping you feel confident and ready for surgery while minimizing potential risks or complications.

Preparing for Your Appointment

To make your pre-op evaluation as efficient and thorough as possible, it’s helpful to come prepared with a list of all current medications and supplements. Bring details of any recent medical tests or procedures, contact information for your surgeon or specialist, and a record of any allergies or previous reactions to anesthesia. Bringing this information allows the team to gain a complete understanding of your health and coordinate effectively with your surgical provider. Dr. Gregory Burzynski, at Houston Concierge Medicine, guides you through every step of the pre-op process, ensuring your evaluation is comprehensive, personalized, and stress-free.

Managing Chronic Conditions Before Surgery

Patients with chronic health conditions — such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, or heart disease — may require additional care before receiving surgical clearance. At Houston Concierge Medicine, the team works closely with each patient to stabilize and optimize these conditions in advance.

For example:

• High blood pressure: Adjusting medication and monitoring blood pressure readings before surgery.

• Diabetes: Managing blood sugar levels to reduce infection risk and promote healing.

• Cardiac issues: Coordinating with cardiologists to evaluate heart function and minimize perioperative risk.

This proactive approach helps ensure that patients enter surgery in the best possible health, improving both safety and recovery outcomes.

Personalized, Preventive Care You Can Trust

What sets Houston Concierge Medicine apart is the individualized attention each patient receives. Rather than a rushed, one-size-fits-all clearance, Dr. Gregory Burzynski and his team take the time to review your complete medical picture and address any questions or concerns you may have.

By combining advanced medical evaluation with attentive, relationship-based care, we help make your surgical journey smoother from start to finish. Patients benefit from direct communication with their physician, coordinated care with specialists, and follow-up support after surgery to monitor recovery and overall wellness.

Take the Next Step Toward a Safe, Confident Surgery

A pre-operative evaluation isn’t just a formality — it’s an essential step in protecting your health. Whether you’re preparing for a routine procedure or a more complex surgery, having a thorough assessment ensures that your body is ready and your care plan is optimized for success.

At Houston Concierge Medicine, Dr. Gregory Burzynski and his team provide the comprehensive evaluations and expert guidance you need for safe, stress-free surgical preparation. Schedule your pre-op evaluation today and move forward with confidence, knowing you’re in expert hands.