The Short Answer
Can I get medical clearance for plastic surgery in NYC?
Yes. DoctorNYC provides pre-operative medical evaluations for patients preparing for plastic surgery and other elective procedures in New York City. Your evaluation can take place at our medical office at 910 Park Avenue or, when appropriate, through a physician house call at your Manhattan home, hotel or office.
The evaluation can include a review of your medical history, medications and supplements, a physical examination, vital signs, blood testing, EKG when requested or clinically appropriate, and completion of the documentation requested by your surgeon or surgical facility.
Requirements vary by surgeon, procedure, anesthesia plan, medical history and surgical facility. Bring or send us your surgeon's specific pre-operative requirements so the evaluation can be tailored accordingly.
Have surgery scheduled? Request your pre-op evaluation →Medical Clearance at Our Office — or at Your Door
Option One
In-Office Medical Clearance
910 Park Avenue · Upper East Side
Visit DoctorNYC at our private Park Avenue medical practice for your pre-operative evaluation.
Depending on the requirements provided by your surgeon, your visit may include:
- Medical history review
- Physical examination
- Vital signs
- Medication and supplement review
- Review of prior surgeries and anesthesia history
- Blood draw and requested laboratory testing
- EKG when requested or medically appropriate
- Review of your surgeon's pre-operative forms
- Completion and coordination of medical documentation
Option Two
House Call Medical Clearance
Your Home · Hotel · Office · Manhattan
For patients who value convenience and privacy, DoctorNYC can bring the pre-operative evaluation to you.
A physician can travel to your residence, hotel suite or office in Manhattan and perform the medical evaluation without requiring you to spend additional time travelling to another medical appointment before surgery.
Certain testing can be performed during the visit or coordinated as necessary depending on your surgeon's requirements.
Request a Physician House CallHouse calls are subject to physician availability and the specific testing required by your surgical team.
What Is Medical Clearance Before Plastic Surgery?
A pre-operative medical evaluation — often called medical clearance, pre-op clearance or surgical clearance — is an assessment performed before a planned procedure to identify medical issues that could affect anesthesia, surgery or recovery.
Your plastic surgeon or surgical facility may request an evaluation from a physician before proceeding with surgery.
The exact requirements are not the same for every patient. Your evaluation may depend on factors including:
- The procedure being performed
- The type of anesthesia
- Your age
- Your medical history
- Current medications
- Previous reactions to anesthesia
- Cardiovascular or pulmonary conditions
- Your surgeon's requirements
- The requirements of the surgical facility
DoctorNYC reviews these factors and coordinates the necessary documentation with your surgical team.
A pre-operative evaluation does not guarantee that a patient will be medically cleared for surgery. The physician's assessment and recommendations depend on the patient's examination, medical history, requested testing and any findings identified during the evaluation.
What Should I Have Ready for My Medical Clearance?
To make the process as efficient as possible, please provide:
- The name of your plastic surgeon
- Your surgeon's contact information
- Your scheduled surgery date
- The procedure you are having
- Your surgeon's medical-clearance form or pre-operative instructions
- A list of current medications
- A list of supplements
- Known allergies
- Relevant medical history
- Previous surgical or anesthesia complications
- Recent laboratory or diagnostic results, if available
If your surgeon has provided a specific pre-operative checklist, laboratory requisition or clearance form, send it to DoctorNYC before your appointment whenever possible.
What Testing May Be Needed Before Plastic Surgery?
There is no single set of tests that every patient undergoing plastic surgery needs.
Testing should be based on your surgeon's requirements, the planned procedure, your medical history and the physician's clinical assessment.
Depending on those factors, your surgeon or evaluating physician may request items such as:
- Blood testing
- EKG / electrocardiogram
- Additional laboratory testing
- Additional testing or specialist evaluation when clinically indicated
DoctorNYC can review your surgeon's requirements before the appointment so that the appropriate evaluation can be coordinated efficiently.
Pre-Operative Evaluations for Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
DoctorNYC can perform pre-operative medical evaluations for patients preparing for a wide range of elective and cosmetic surgical procedures when requested by their surgeon.
Your plastic surgeon — not DoctorNYC — determines the surgical procedure and the specific pre-operative requirements associated with it. DoctorNYC's role is to perform and document the requested medical evaluation and address relevant medical considerations before surgery.
How Medical Clearance Works at DoctorNYC
01
Send Us Your Surgical Requirements
Provide your surgery date, procedure, surgeon's information and any medical-clearance paperwork or testing requirements.
02
Choose Office or House Call
Schedule your evaluation at 910 Park Avenue or request a physician house call at your home, hotel or office in Manhattan.
03
Complete Your Evaluation
The physician reviews your medical history, medications and surgical requirements, performs an examination and coordinates appropriate testing.
04
Documentation Is Coordinated
Once the necessary evaluation and results are complete, the appropriate medical documentation can be prepared and coordinated with your surgical team.
If an abnormal finding requires additional evaluation, DoctorNYC will explain the next step rather than simply issuing paperwork.
Can a Doctor Come to My Home for Pre-Op Clearance in NYC?
Yes. DoctorNYC offers physician house calls throughout Manhattan, and pre-operative medical evaluations may be performed at your home, hotel or office when the required evaluation can appropriately be completed there.
This can be especially useful for patients who are:
- Busy professionals
- Visiting New York for surgery
- Staying in a Manhattan hotel before their procedure
- Preparing for surgery on a tight schedule
- Seeking a more private medical experience
- Trying to coordinate several pre-operative appointments
If your surgeon requires testing that cannot appropriately be completed during the house call, our team can advise you on the additional steps required.
You can read more about how our physician house calls in Manhattan are arranged, including visits to homes, offices and hotel suites.
House Call Medical Clearance
A physician can perform your pre-operative evaluation where you already are.
House Calls(917) 301-8782
Office910 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10075
CoverageManhattan · homes, hotels and offices
Tell us your surgery date, your procedure and what your surgeon has asked for, and we will confirm what can be completed at your address and what should be done in the office.
Visiting New York for Plastic Surgery?
Patients frequently travel to New York City for elective and cosmetic surgery and may need to complete a pre-operative medical evaluation shortly before their scheduled procedure.
DoctorNYC can help coordinate the medical component of that process while you are in Manhattan.
Depending on your surgeon's requirements, you may be able to complete your evaluation:
- At 910 Park Avenue — our medical office on the Upper East Side
- At your Manhattan hotel or residence through our physician house-call service
Tell us your surgery date and your surgeon's required deadline when requesting the appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Clearance for Plastic Surgery in NYC
Yes. DoctorNYC provides pre-operative medical evaluations for patients preparing for plastic surgery and other elective procedures. Evaluations can be performed at our office at 910 Park Avenue or, when appropriate, by physician house call in Manhattan.
Yes. DoctorNYC offers physician house calls throughout Manhattan. Depending on the requirements from your surgeon, your pre-operative medical evaluation may be performed at your home, office or hotel.
Yes. Patients visiting New York for surgery may request a physician house call at their Manhattan hotel. Send us your surgeon's pre-operative requirements beforehand so we can determine what can appropriately be completed during the visit.
A typical pre-operative evaluation may include review of your medical history, medications and supplements, vital signs, physical examination and review of your surgeon's requirements. Laboratory testing, an EKG or other testing may also be requested depending on your individual situation.
It depends on your surgeon, procedure, health history and surgical facility. If your surgeon has given you specific laboratory requirements, provide those instructions before your DoctorNYC appointment.
An EKG can be performed when requested or medically appropriate as part of the pre-operative evaluation. Requirements vary, so provide your surgeon's instructions before the visit.
Your plastic surgeon or surgical facility should tell you when the evaluation and testing must be completed. Requirements differ between practices and procedures. As soon as you receive your pre-operative instructions, contact DoctorNYC with your surgery date and submission deadline.
Bring or send your surgeon's clearance paperwork, surgery date, procedure information, medication and supplement list, medical history and any recent relevant test results.
No. Medical clearance is based on the physician's evaluation and any required test results. If something is identified that requires additional evaluation or treatment, further assessment may be recommended before surgery.
When appropriate authorization and contact information are provided, DoctorNYC can coordinate the required medical documentation with your surgical team.
Potentially, yes. Provide DoctorNYC with the surgeon's specific pre-operative requirements and contact information so the team can determine whether the requested evaluation and documentation can be completed.
DoctorNYC is located at 910 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10075, on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Physician house calls are also available throughout Manhattan subject to availability.
Request a Pre-Operative Medical Evaluation
Tell us about your surgery and we will confirm what your evaluation requires and where it can take place. If you would rather speak to someone, call (917) 301-8782 or the practice at (212) 201-0719.
Surgery Scheduled?
Complete your pre-operative medical evaluation without another waiting room.
Visit our private medical practice at 910 Park Avenue or request a physician house call at your Manhattan home, office or hotel.
Have your surgeon's pre-operative requirements and surgery date available when contacting us.