Information patient : Cataract surgery

Where and when to arrive for your surgery:

Please arrive at the location and scheduled time previously communicated to you by the reception at the RocklandMD Surgical Centre.

The day of your Surgery:

• Please bring your valid health insurance card
• A list of your current medications
• Have a light meal
• Bring a snack for after the surgery
• If you normally take medication in the morning, it is important for you to take it, unless you are told otherwise by the nurse or your doctor
• Take a shower
• Do not wear any make-up, cream, body lotion or perfume
• Do not wear any contact lenses, jewellery or piercings
• Make sure to wear a short sleeve t-shirt and comfortable clothing
• The RocklandMD surgical centre is not responsible in the event of loss, theft or damage of personal or valuable objects
• Your choice of lens required for your surgery will be determined by your surgeon. There may be a fee for certain types of lenses. If this is the case, this fee will be paid at the centre on the day of the surgery.

Important Notice:

• Expect to be at our centre approximately 3 hours between your arrival and departure 
• You must arrange to have someone accompany you on the day of the operation and bring you back home, as it is forbidden for you to drive, leave alone in a taxi or public transportation
• Please note that you will need to be accompanied to your follow-up appointment the day after your surgery. This information will be provided to you on the same day by your doctor
• Due to Covid-19 restrictions, no visitors will be permitted in the waiting room. When you will be ready to leave, we will call the person you have designated to pick you up.
• To cancel your surgery, please contact us at 514-667-3383 extension 300

Additional Information

• For any questions regarding preparation for your cataract surgery, or for instructions regarding your eye drops, please contact your hospital or your doctor’s office