Pre-Operative Risk Stratification Assessment

Your visit begins with a focused history and a comprehensive physical examination, with particular attention to your heart, lungs, and any active medical conditions. Dr. Golian estimates your individual surgical risk using established clinical criteria and your personal health profile.

Based on your history, she may order a pre-op EKG or a pre-op laboratory panel to confirm your heart and metabolic health are optimized for anesthesia. A careful medication reconciliation ensures nothing in your current regimen creates avoidable risk.

Bring a complete list of your current medications and supplements, including doses, along with any records from prior surgeries or hospitalizations. If you have a known heart, lung, or bleeding condition, note it so Dr. Golian can plan accordingly.

Share the name and date of your planned procedure and your surgeon's contact information. This allows us to send your clearance and any recommendations directly to your surgical team and coordinate including Cedars-Sinai when your procedure is scheduled there.

When your evaluation is complete, Dr. Golian provides a clear summary of your surgical risk and, when appropriate, a signed clearance for your surgeon and anesthesiologist. If a concern is identified, she may recommend optimizing a condition such as high blood pressure or diabetes before you proceed.

If further evaluation is needed, she arranges timely specialist referral and coordination. After surgery, she remains available for post-operative follow-up and recovery support to help you heal smoothly.