UCHealth Surgical Care - Highlands Ranch Hospital

1500 Park Central Drive 2nd level Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

720.516.1000

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Hospital surgery care

This is our surgical care unit at Highlands Ranch Hospital, where many patients have their surgery.

This is not the surgical care clinic, where some patients meet with surgeons before or after surgery and where some small procedures are performed.

Looking for information on the outpatient clinic? Read more here.

Excellent surgical care can be found close to home at UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital. We offer a wide range of inpatient and outpatient surgical services, from routine and elective surgeries to more complex, specialized procedures.

UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital surgical teams are dedicated to achieving the most successful outcomes while providing the highest level of care for patients throughout their surgical experience. From pre-procedural services and patient education through post-operative care and recovery, we are committed to helping patients in their journeys to better health and healing.

Surgical and procedural care

  • Perioperative Services at HRH include:
    • Pre-Procedure Testing Services (PPS)
    • Main Operating Rooms
    • Gastrointestinal Lab/Endoscopy Procedure Rooms
    • Interventional Procedure Rooms for Radiology and Cardiac Procedures
    • Preoperative and Postoperative Anesthesia Care (PACU) Units

    Main Operating Room Services Provided:

    • Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) / Head & Neck
    • General Surgery:
      • Abdominal
      • Breast
      • Colorectal
      • Trauma Acute Care Surgery (TACS)
    • Gynecological Surgery
    • Neurosurgery:
      • Cranial / Brain
      • Spine
    • Orthopedic Surgery:
      • Foot & Ankle
      • Hand
      • Shoulder
      • Spine
      • Sports Medicine
      • Total Joint
    • Plastic Surgery
    • Robotic Surgery for Select Procedures:
      • General Surgery
      • Gynecology
      • Thoracic
      • Urology
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Thoracic Surgery
    • Urologic Surgery
    • Vascular Surgery

    Gastrointestinal Lab/Endoscopy Suites Services Provided:

Your appointment

To schedule an appointment for a surgical consultation, please choose a physician from the list on the right.

Surgery FAQs

What are the eating and drinking restrictions prior to surgery?

It is imperative that you follow specific pre-operative food and fluid instructions. Failure to follow these guidelines could result in the cancellation of your surgery. Your surgeon and the pre-procedural services nurse will give you detailed instructions for your procedure.

What can I expect on the day of my surgery?

On the day of your surgery, come in the main entrance and check in at the information desk. A hospital staff member will direct you where to go.

  • A nurse will admit you and prepare you for surgery. You will be asked to sign necessary forms. A parent or guardian must sign for a minor (under age 18).

The anesthesiologist will visit with you and answer any questions you have regarding your planned anesthesia. Also, your surgeon will review your planned surgery and answer any questions you have.

How should I prepare on surgery day?
  • Follow the instructions given to you by your surgeon and the pre-procedural services nurse.
  • Do not bring any valuables to the hospital.
  • Your surgery time could be moved ahead. Be prepared to come early if we call you.
  • We do everything we can to avoid delays; however, emergencies do happen and could cause delays in your scheduled operating time.
  • Bring your prescription insurance card. You can pick up your prescriptions at the UCHealth Pharmacy – Highlands Ranch Hospital.
  • Please be on time to prevent delays.
What about my family?

Your friends and family members may wait in our lobby while you are in surgery. A staff member will let them know when you are in the recovery room and ready for visitors.

We restrict the number of visitors in the pre-operative area and recovery room for your safety and privacy. Please check with your nurse on the day of your procedure.