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book a pre-vasectomy consultation Please phone reception and ask for a pre-vasectomy consultation with Dr Dirk Venter. This appointment is usually scheduled a day or two before your vasectomy. The purpose of this consultation is to discuss the procedure, to answer any questions you may have and to ensure you are comfortable to go ahead. Dr Venter will provide you with a prescription that you need to fill, as well as a vasectomy consent form that both you and your partner (if appropriate) will need to sign prior to having the vasectomy. book an appointment for the vasectomy Most men choose to book their pre-vasectomy consultation and vasectomy in the same phone call. However, if you prefer to wait until after the pre-vasectomy consultation to book a time for the procedure, that is fine too. Dr Venter prefers couples to have at least one day between the pre-vasectomy consultation and the procedure itself, simply to allow them time to discuss the procedure and to make certain that having a vasectomy is the right thing for them to do. When speaking with reception staff, please let them know that your appointment is for a vasectomy. This ensures that enough time is allocated for Dr Venter to do the procedure and that a nurse and a theatre are also booked at the same time. Pre-vasectomy consultation This is a 15 minute consultation with Dr Venter, during which the procedure will be explained to you. If you have any questions or concerns regarding vasectomy, this is the best time to ask them. At the end of this consultation, you will be provided with a prescription and a consent form that both need to be collected / completed before the vasectomy can go-ahead. Vasectomy Please be aware that the medication Dr Venter asks you to take one hour prior to having the vasectomy affects your ability to drive. Therefore, please arrange for someone to bring you to the surgery and to drive you home afterwards. The actual procedure usually takes around 30 minutes, but please allow one hour for preparation and to ensure that you are not rushed. Your partner is welcome too; they can either wait for you in the recovery area or, if you prefer, they can even stay with you in theatre. Immediately following the procedure, Dr Venter will provide you with laboratory sample forms, which you will need to take to Labtests along with your semen samples at 12 and 16 weeks post-vasectomy. post-vasectomy care There is usually no need for a follow-up appointment with Dr Venter after having a vasectomy. As he uses the no-scalpel technique, there should be minimal swelling and bruising, and there are no stitches to remove. The most important thing to do is rest! However, if you have any concerns during the healing process, please contact reception and make a 15 minute follow-up appointment with Dr Venter. |
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