Before Your GI Procedure Checklist

You will receive a text message 8 days prior to your scheduled procedure to confirm your appointment. A Nurse may call you up to a week prior to your procedure to collect information and expedite your admission process. If you have not heard from us 5 days prior to your procedure or have additional questions, please call us at 203-743-2400.

It is important for you to follow these guidelines before your procedure to prevent delay or cancellations.

IMPORTANT: Do you take weight loss or diabetes medication? If so, please review the important guidelines you may need to follow prior to your procedure:

Review Guidelines for Weight Loss or Diabetes Medications

Food & Drink Restrictions Before Your Procedure

• Colonoscopy (with/without upper endoscopy): Finish clear liquids 2 hours before arrival.

• Upper Endoscopy: No food or drink after midnight.

Procedure Preparation Information

The Digestive Health Institute at Nuvance Health offers a range of procedures tailored to your condition. Proper preparation is essential to ensure the safety and success of your procedure.

Colonoscopy Prep Instructions

Click below to view the prep instructions provided by your physician:

Patient Information | Nuvance Health

Additional Restrictions

• If you are taking a blood thinner, please contact your physician or prescribing provider to confirm whether you need to stop it before your procedure.

• Alcohol: Do not drink alcohol for at least 12 hours before your arrival.

• Jewelry (including body jewelry): Please remove all these items before surgery.

• Clothing: Wear loose, casual, comfortable clothing

• Valuables: Please leave your valuables at home. The facility is not responsible for lost or misplaced valuables.

Notify Your Physician If:

• You have questions or any changes in your physical condition (e.g., elevated temperature, cough, cold, etc.)

• You suspect you may be pregnant.

• You are taking: weight loss medication, diet pills, aspirin, ibuprofen, blood thinners, or certain herbal medicines. You may need to stop taking these 1-2 weeks before your surgery. Discuss this with your Physician.

What You Need The Day Of The Procedure:

• Information To Bring: Insurance cards, photo ID, Medicare and/or Medical Assistance information.

• Driver: You must plan to have someone drive you home. Do not use taxis, UBER, Lyft or other public transportation. You may NOT drive yourself home.

• Escort: A responsible person should stay with you for at least 24 hours after your procedure.

• Legal Guardian: If applicable, a patient’s legal guardian must be in the center AT ALL TIMES.

• Interpreter: If the patient does not speak English or uses sign language, an interpreter service can be provided at no charge. Please call the Pre-Op Call Nurse for more information at 203-743-2402.