Follow the steps outlined here to prevent infections from your surgery and increase your chances for a good recovery and overall health. Ask your care team about specific instructions related to your specific surgery including:

Screening for Staphylococcus aureus before your surgery
Showering Instructions Before Surgery
Preventing Infections from your surgery (all hospitals)
What can patients and families do to prevent infections from surgery (Mott/Von Voigtlander)

Patient Guides on Healthcare-Associated Infections

View the U-MHealth Patient Education Library on specific infection prevention topics for patients and their families