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Taking Ozempic, Wegovy,or Mounjaro?

GLP-1 medications are now among the most commonly prescribed drugs in the country — and most patients heading into surgery don't know that they require specific perioperative management. These medications slow gastric emptying, which means food and liquid stay in your stomach longer than normal. Standard fasting guidelines may not be sufficient.

Are you a high-risk surgical patient?

Not all surgeries carry the same recovery risk. Research shows that certain patients benefit significantly more from structured post-operative monitoring. Review the factors below — if you identify with 3 or more, physician-led recovery monitoring is especially important for your safety.

How to Prepare for Surgery: A Complete Checklist from an Anesthesiologist?

March 2026 · 8 min read Most patients focus on the day of surgery. Your outcomes are largely shaped by the weeks before. Here's what your anesthesiologist actually wants you to do — and why it matters.

Why Is the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) Considered a Higher-Risk Procedure?

March 2026 · 10 min read BBL was once the deadliest cosmetic surgery in the world. Modern techniques have changed that — but only when the right surgeon does it the right way. Here's what you need to know before booking.