Preparing for Your Procedure at City Campus
Please read the information below carefully. It contains important instructions to help you prepare for your procedure.
Arrival Time
You will receive a call in the afternoon the day before your procedure with your exact arrival time.
Eating & Drinking
Do not eat after midnight on the night before your procedure. You may have clear liquids only (water, apple juice, or Gatorade—no red) up to 2 hours before your arrival time
Example: If your arrival time is 9:00 AM, stop all liquids at 7:00 AM
NOTE: If you were given specific instructions related to your procedure/condition regarding when to stop eating and drinking please follow those instructions.
Medications
Please follow the instructions provided during your Preadmission Testing (PAT) visit or phone call. Refer to the white folder for any medications you may need to stop prior to your procedure. If you have questions, please contact Preadmission Testing office at 609-677-7772.
Location
Your procedure will take place at AtlantiCare Atlantic City Division. Information about the hospital, including address, hours, phone numbers, and campus maps can be found at the link below.
Atlantic City Campus Information
Parking (Valet or self-parking in the Caesars parking lot):
99 Michigan Ave
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Arrival Instructions
Follow directions to the 3rd Floor Same Day waiting Room.
Same Day Surgery waiting room.
Use the phone in the waiting area to dial the extension and notify the team of your arrival.
Visitors
You may bring two visitors with you on the day of your procedure.
After the Procedure
If you are discharged the same day:
- You must have a ride home with a family member or friend
- Uber, Lyft or taxis are not permitted unless accompanied by your support person
- A responsible adult must stay with you for 24 hours
Additional Reminders
- Remove all jewelry and piercings prior to arrival
- Leave all valuables at home