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Table of Contents

Section I: Dr. Randy Fagin
	Why Choose Dr. Fagin for Your daVinci Surgery
	Dr. Fagin’s International Recognition
	Your daVinci Team
	Intuitive Surgical Letter
	Dr. Fagin’s Resume
Section II: Davinci Robotic Surgery
	Overview of daVinci Robotic Prostate Surgery
	The A.R.T. of Prostate Cancer Surgery
	Frequently Asked Questions
	Information for Making your Decision
Section III: Before and After Surgery
	Pre-Operative Instructions
	Post-Operative Instructions
	Caring for your Foley catheter
	Urinary Control Rehab Program
	Sexual Function after daVinci Surgery
	Erectile Rehabilitation Program
Section IV: Accommodations
	Out-of-Town Guests
	Concierge daVinci Experience
Section V: Misc.
	Prescriptions

COMMON QUESTIONS FROM OUR OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS

For Our Out-of-Town Guests

Q: Do I need to come to Austin for a consultation prior to my surgery?

A: If you wish to come to Austin for a consultation before making a decision on scheduling your surgery our staff will be happy to coordinate that for you. Many patients decide to have Dr. Fagin perform their surgery before their consultation based on his experience, reputation, or first-hand knowledge of a patient he operated on. For the convenience of these patients, Dr. Fagin can schedule this consultation the day before your surgery.

Q: If I want Dr. Fagin to perform my daVinci Prostate Surgery How Many Trips do

I Need to Make to Austin?

A: Anywhere from 1 to 4. The times you will visit with Dr. Fagin include your pre-surgery consultation, your surgery day, the day your catheter is removed (6-8 days later), and at 8 weeks post-surgery to assess your recovery. To minimize travel many patients arrive in Austin, do their consultation with Dr. Fagin the day before surgery, stay in Austin after the operation until your catheter is out, and follow-up with Dr. Fagin at 8 weeks via phone or internet. This allows you only need to make one trip. In addition to your surgery Dr. Fagin would like to see his patients

Q: How Long do I Need to Stay in Austin after my Surgery?

A: Out-of-town patients typically stay in Austin for 2-9 days depending on their preference. Patients typically arrive the day prior to their surgery. If they have not met with Dr. Fagin yet, they will see him that day for an in-office consultation and prostate measurement. Surgery will be the following day and most patients only need to stay in the hospital over-night. Patients may then go home or remain in Austin until either day 6 or 8 after the surgery. On that day, Dr. Fagin will get an x-ray in Austin to determine if things have healed up well enough for the catheter to be removed. Dr. Fagin recommends patients stay in Austin an additional 24 hours to be sure all is well before returning home.

Q: Do I have to come back to Austin for my x-ray and catheter removal?

A: Since the area where Dr. Fagin re-attached your bladder to your urethra is important in your recovery of urinary control, he prefers to view the x-ray himself and have his staff remove your catheter. Although you are welcome to go home in between your release from the hospital and your catheter removal, some patients find it more convenient to stay in Austin for the week. Exceptions have been made for special circumstances.

Q: What do I need to bring with me for my consultation with Dr. Fagin?

A: You will need your insurance card, Dr. Fagin’s history and physical form (which you can download off the web site and fill out prior to your visit), a copy of your most recent PSA, a copy of your biopsy report, and a copy of any CT scans or bone scans that were done. Even if these items were faxed to Dr. Fagin’s office it is best to bring an extra copy with you.