Gulf Coast Surgical Center

If your treatment includes a surgical procedure, relax! You will be in good hands thanks to the state-of-the-art surgery center conveniently located adjacent to Houma Orthopedic Clinic. This amazing facility allows us to provide you with the most comprehensive surgical care available, not to mention the most convenient!

Gulf Coast Surgical Center is dedicated to providing excellence in ambulatory surgical care to patients. Located at 402 Dunn Street in Houma, the Surgery Center offers advanced state-of-the-art technology and an experienced, friendly staff. We specialize in outpatient surgical procedures that utilize the latest minimally-invasive techniques and procedures. Our goal is to provide a safe and relaxed surgical experience while allowing you to return to the comfort of your own home that same day.

About Gulf Coast Surgical Center

At Gulf Coast Surgical Center, you will find excellent orthopedic surgery treatment options available in Southeast Louisiana. The medical professionals at the Gulf Coast are dedicated to the health and well being of their patients and put the quality care of the patient first.

While family or friends are waiting, they are welcomed to take advantage of our beautiful and comfortable lobby area equipped with television. Internet connection is also offered for your convenience.

Pre-operative Tests

Based on your medical history, testing may be required prior to your surgery dependent upon your surgeon’s orders. It is important that the testing be completed in a timely manner. When talking with your pre-admission nurse, they will assist with the necessary paperwork and schedule you for pre-operative testing within the surgery center for your convenience.

Arranging for a Ride Home

Please arrange for a responsible person to take you home and stay with you for the 24 hours following your surgery. Your procedure will be canceled if you cannot arrange a ride home. If you receive anesthesia/sedation, you cannot take a taxi home unless you have a responsible person with you.

The Day Before Surgery

Eat a light dinner and drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Avoid alcohol, smoking or using tobacco products as much as possible.
Shower at night or the morning of your procedure with a mild soap or shampoo and be sure to dry skin and hair thoroughly.

The Day of Surgery

Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery, unless your surgeon or anesthesiologist instructs otherwise. This includes: water, liquids, food, candy, gum, breath mints, and chewing tobacco.
Wear clean, loose, comfortable clothing.
Avoid wearing make-up or nail polish.
Report any body piercings other than the ears.
Please leave jewelry and valuables at home.

Registration

Please check in at the reception desk. Bring the following items with you:

Photo identification, Eyeglasses, glass case, contacts, contact lens case, hearing aids and case, Health insurance card

At the time of your admission, please be prepared to pay your co-insurance, co-payment and/or your deductible.

What to Expect in the Pre-operative Staging Area

A nurse will prepare you for your surgical procedure. Your pre-operative nurse, operating room nurse, anesthesiologist and surgeon will review your medical records and verify your surgical site.

What to Expect in Recovery

After your surgical procedure, you will be transferred to the recovery area until you are ready to go home. The average recovery time is 1-2 hours dependent upon type and extent of surgical procedure.

Returning Home

You will be given post-operative instructions from your surgeon relating to your procedure. For your comfort, the Gulf Coast Surgical Center reminds you:

Have a responsible person stay with you for 24 hours following your surgery.
Limit your activities until your surgeon says you can return to your normal routine.
Keeping your pain under control is important to your well-being. Your surgeon and anesthesiologist will provide you with a treatment plan in order to speed up your recovery and help you return to your normal routine.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions regarding diet, rest, and medication.
Do not drink alcohol, drive a car, make legal decisions, cook, operate power tools or heavy equipment for 24 hours after receiving anesthesia, intravenous sedation or while taking pain medication.
Contact your surgeon if you feel you are having problems after discharge. If you cannot contact your surgeon but feel your concerns warrant a doctor’s attention, call or report to the nearest emergency room.
If you have questions, contact Gulf Coast Surgical Center at (985) 872-1661

Hours of operation are 6:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

The day after your procedure, a nurse from Gulf Coast Surgical Center will contact you and follow up on your progress. If your procedure is on a Friday, you will be contacted on the following Monday.

Billing Information

Gulf Coast Surgical Center is a physician owned facility. Prior to your surgery, Gulf Coast Surgical Center will contact you regarding the patient portion amount. Please be prepared to pay this amount prior to your procedure. For your convenience, we accept cash, personal check, money orders, debit cards, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.

You will receive a bill for the balance of the services provided by Gulf Coast Surgical Center as well as separate bills from:

the Physician
the Anesthesiologist
Pathology – specimens examined by a pathologist

The staff at Gulf Coast Surgical Center is happy to assist with any questions you may have.