Dr. Lichten performs most of his outpatient surgeries at the Surgery Pavilion of Fairfield Medical Center, located downstairs from our Lancaster office, or at Forest Health Medical Center of Columbus, where our Groveport office is located.

What to Expect on the Day of Your Surgery in Lancaster

A member of the Surgery Pavilion staff will greet you when you arrive.

Once you have checked in, you will be taken to the pre-surgery holding area where you will change into a gown and prepare for surgery. You will meet with a member of the anesthesia staff, Dr. Lichten, and the Operating Room staff. While your surgery is taking place, your family members will be asked to remain in the Waiting Area.

Following your surgery, you will be taken to the recovery area, where you will be closely monitored by Pavilion staff members. Dr. Lichten will discuss your operation with you and members of your family. Your support person will be permitted to see you when you are awake.

When you are ready to go home, you will be discharged by Dr. Lichten and be permitted to leave with your support person.

What to Expect on the Day of Your Surgery in Columbus

A member of the Forest Health Medical Center staff will greet you when you arrive.

Once you have checked in, you will be taken to the pre-surgery holding area where you will change into a gown and prepare for surgery. You will meet with a member of the anesthesia staff, Dr. Lichten, and the Operating Room staff. While your surgery is taking place, your family members will be asked to remain in the Waiting Area.

Following your surgery, you will be taken to the recovery area, where you will be closely monitored by hospital staff members. Dr. Lichten will discuss your operation with you and members of your family. Your support person will be permitted to see you when you are awake.

When you are ready to go home, you will be discharged by Dr. Lichten and be permitted to leave with your support person.  If your surgery requires you to stay in the hospital overnight, Forest Health Medical Center is a fully accredited hospital, so you may stay on-site.