Surgery FAQs
Q: Do I have to wait until you check with my insurance carrier to schedule my surgery? Even if I know it doesn’t require prior- authorization? A: Yes, we always check your insurance first. Insurance companies have many rules and requirements that we must follow to help you get your full insurance benefit. Q: What…
What You Need To Know
Preparing physically for surgery can help maximize your results and improve the healing process. In the weeks before your surgery you should: In addition to the surgery date itself, there may be a few other appointments required before surgery can take place. The surgery scheduler will arrange these for you at the time of surgery…
Tips for Children
When preparing your child for surgery: Be honest; explain the sequence of events so they are aware of what will happen each step of the way. Try to find out what worries the young patient has and address their concerns. Answer in simple statements that are age appropriate. Bring a favorite blanket, toy, or doll…
Medication Precautions
Aspirin Aspirin and aspirin-containing products must be stopped 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after surgery. Some common examples: Anacin Alka Seltzer Bufferin Fiorinal Ecotrin Excedrin Pepto Bismol This is not a complete list. There are many other products on the market that contain aspirin. If you have any questions about the medications you take,…
Anesthesia
The anesthesia services at River Road Surgery Center are provided by a select group of Board Certified anesthesiologists. While they are an important part of our medical team whom we work with closely to provide excellent care, you should understand that they are not directly employed by River Road Surgery Center or Willamette ENT. Most…
Surgery Center
Our modern, comfortable, fully-equipped surgery center for patients whose operative needs do not require hospitalization is used by Willamette ENT and Facial Plastic Surgery patients. The center is owned and operated by Clark Thompson, MD, Bruce Johnson, MD, FAAOA, John Donovan, MD, FACS, Suzanne Strand, DO and Christopher Prze, MD. Our Surgery Manager is Minda…
Our Surgeons
Meet Our Surgery Team
Employment Opportunities
JOIN A TEAM THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE Willamette Ear, Nose & Throat and River Road Surgery Center are seeking professionals with integrity and commitment to provide our patients with a compassionate and respectful healthcare experience. Current Career Opportunities Application will only be accepted for open positions and may be returned by email to kelseya@entsalem.com or by fax…
About Surgery Center
Preparing for Surgery
Welcome to our physician owned and operated surgical facility. We would like to inform you that your surgeon may have partial ownership of this surgical facility and you have the right to have surgery at any other facility where your surgeon has privileges. Our goal is to make this experience as comfortable and easy for…
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