Patient Education Resources

After Orthopedic Surgery

This pamphlet gives info about what to expect after your orthopedic surgery. Topics include pain control, constipation, activity, dressing, stitches/staples, and things to watch for.

After Rectal Surgery

This pamphlet explains what to expect after rectal surgery. Topics include how to care for your incision (cut), how to control your pain after surgery, and more. A list of symptoms to watch for after surgery is included.

After Throat Surgery - Valley Regional Hospital

This pamphlet will help you with your care at home after throat surgery. Topics include pain, activity, eating and drinking, mouth and throat care, and post-surgery directions for a direct laryngoscopy.

After Toenail Removal

This pamphlet gives information on managing pain after toenail removal, what to do if bleeding shows through the bandage, how to change the bandage, and when to contact your primary health care provider.

After Varicose Vein Surgery

This pamphlet explains what to expect after varicose vein surgery. Topics include medications, activity, your incision (cut), bandages, and what to do if you have bleeding.

After Your Brain Tumour Surgery - Care at Home

This pamphlet is a guide for at home after brain tumour surgery. Topics include: staples or stitches, activity, driving, taking care of your incision, washing your hair, eating and drinking, alcohol, medication, and recovery.

After Your Child's Tonsillectomy or Adenoidectomy Surgery

This guide will help you learn how to care for your child safely after a tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy.

After Your Liver Transplant

This guide will answer many of your questions about the liver transplant process. Topics include: in the hospital, monitoring, possible complications, planning for discharge, follow-up care, taking care of yourself, and the self-medication program. This pamphlet is also available in French.

After Your Retina Surgery

This pamphlet explains what to expect after your retina surgery. Topics include anesthetic, managing pain, medication and eye drops, activity, and what to expect after surgery (eye protection and/or glasses, using eye drops or ointments, follow-up appointment). This pamphlet is also available in French.

After Your Thyroid Surgery: Dartmouth General Hospital

This pamphlet explains incision care, pain management, how to position your bed after surgery, and instructions for activity and diet. This pamphlet is also available in French.