LOCATIONS
C.P. Choudari Surgical Center
11110 Medical Campus Road
Suite 247 (Blue or Silver Entrance)
Hagerstown, MD 21742
Get DirectionsPhone: 301-790-8100
Fax: 240-752-6027
Office Hours
About C.P. Choudari Surgical Center
The physicians and staff at the C.P. Choudari Surgical Center provide quality, expert outpatient surgical care. Our facility combines a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with the latest technology. We are staffed with highly trained nurses and surgical technicians.
Patient rights and responsibilities
Frequently Asked Questions
What preparations do I need to take prior to my procedure?
Pre-procedure instructions
Before your procedure, you should follow these important safety rules:
• Do NOT eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your procedure. *
• Do NOT smoke after midnight or the morning of your procedure.
• Do NOT drink any alcoholic beverages for 24 hours prior to your procedure.
• Do follow medication instructions provided to you during your pre-procedure phone call.
• Do limit the amount of people you bring with you. We request that you bring a responsible adult to drive you home.
*Colonoscopies – please follow prep instructions provided by the office.
Day of procedure instructions
• Please bring your insurance card, ID and any copay the day of your procedure.
• Please bring cases for glasses, dentures and hearing aids if necessary.
• Please wear loose, comfortable fitting clothing.
• Please do not bring any jewelry or valuables.
• Please do not wear make-up, perfume, or nail polish on your procedure day.
What do I do after my procedure?
You will receive specific instructions from your doctor regarding your care after discharge from the surgical center.
Please remember to:
1. Have a responsible adult stay with you after your procedure.
2. Not drive, operate heavy machinery or drink alcohol for approximately 24 hours following your procedure.
3. Review provider’s instructions regarding resuming medications, eating, rest, and return to work.
4. Contact your providers with any problems following your procedure. **In case of a medical emergency please call 911.**
5. Provide the center with a good contact number so that we can follow up with you within 48 hours of your procedure.
Who owns the C.P. Choudari Surgical Center?
C.P. Choudari Surgical Center is a facility in which Meritus Health and community physicians have an ownership or investment interest. The list of physician owners or investors is available to you upon request.
Providers
Chintamaneni Choudari, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Chunwei Lai, M.D.
Gastroenterology
Vamshidhar Vootla, M.D.
Gastroenterology
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