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Evidence-based guides on surgical preparation, anesthesia, recovery, and patient education from Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD — Board-Certified Anesthesiologist

How to Prepare for Surgery: Complete Checklist

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 12 min read

A comprehensive step-by-step guide to optimizing your health before surgery, from your anesthesiologist's perspective.

SURGICAL PREP

What Happens to Your Body Under General Anesthesia

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 8 min read

Understand the science behind anesthesia and what happens to your body and brain during surgery.

ANESTHESIA

The First 72 Hours After Surgery: What to Expect

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

A detailed guide to recovery expectations and pain management in the critical first three days after surgery.

RECOVERY

Mental Health Before Surgery: Preparation Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 9 min read

How pre-surgical anxiety impacts outcomes. Evidence-based strategies for managing pre-operative stress.

WELLNESS

Medical Tourism: Safety Guide for Surgery Abroad

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 11 min read

How to stay safe when having surgery in another country: pre-op clearance, in-flight care, post-op follow-up.

MEDICAL TOURISM

Managing Blood Thinners Around Surgery

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

How to safely manage anticoagulants (Warfarin, Eliquat, Pradaxa) before and after surgery.

MEDICATION

Understanding Dumping Syndrome After Bariatric Surgery

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 8 min read

What causes dumping syndrome, how to recognize it, and evidence-based management strategies.

BARIATRIC

Vitamin & Supplement Schedule After Weight-Loss Surgery

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Comprehensive guide to supplementation after weight-loss surgery to prevent deficiencies.

NUTRITION

Evidence-Based Surgery Preparation: Clinical Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 12 min read

Clinical evidence-based approaches to pre-operative optimization including nutrition and exercise.

SURGICAL PREP

Surgery While on Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 9 min read

Important perioperative considerations for GLP-1 agonists: when to stop, surgical risks, optimization.

MEDICATION

Epidurals & Labor Pain: Your Anesthesiologist's Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Complete guide to epidural anesthesia during labor: how it works, risks, benefits, expectations.

OB/GYN

3 Biggest Fears Before Cosmetic Surgery (Research Says)

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 8 min read

Address common cosmetic surgery fears with evidence-based information and real outcomes data.

COSMETIC

Brazilian Butt Lift: Complete Safety Guide, Complications & Surgeon Selection

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 15 min read

Comprehensive evidence-based guide covering BBL safety, complications, risks, recovery, and how to choose a qualified surgeon. Data from 22,000+ patients.

COSMETIC

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty): Complete Patient Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Everything about tummy tuck surgery: procedure types, recovery timeline, aesthetic outcomes.

COSMETIC

Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery): Complete Patient Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Comprehensive guide to rhinoplasty: procedure types, recovery, and realistic aesthetic outcomes.

COSMETIC

Liposuction: Complete Patient Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 9 min read

Guide to liposuction procedure, different techniques, recovery expectations, and candidacy.

COSMETIC

Breast Augmentation: Complete Patient Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 11 min read

Everything about breast augmentation: implant types, surgical approaches, recovery, considerations.

COSMETIC

Post-Op Nutrition & Wound Healing: Patient Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Evidence-based nutritional strategies to optimize wound healing and support post-operative recovery.

NUTRITION

Your Complete Cosmetic Surgery Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 12 min read

Comprehensive guide to cosmetic surgery options, recovery, expectations, and surgeon selection.

COSMETIC

Do Fajas Work After Tummy Tuck? What Research Says

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 7 min read

Evidence-based review of compression garments after tummy tuck: benefits, optimal wear, when to use.

COSMETIC

5 Popular Cosmetic Surgeries: Safety Stats

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 9 min read

Safety statistics and realistic expectations for the 5 most popular cosmetic procedures.

COSMETIC

Cosmetic Surgery & Anesthesia: What You Should Know

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 8 min read

Anesthesia safety in cosmetic surgery and critical questions to ask your anesthesiologist.

ANESTHESIA

Surgery Abroad: Safety Guide Before You Travel

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 10 min read

Pre-travel surgical clearance, in-flight considerations, and post-operative care internationally.

MEDICAL TOURISM

Quick Reference: Nutrition for Wound Healing

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 6 min read

Quick reference guide to nutrients, foods, and supplements that accelerate surgical wound healing.

NUTRITION

Why Your Anesthesiologist Is Your Most Important Doctor

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 9 min read

Why anesthesia management is critical to surgical safety, pain control, and recovery outcomes.

ANESTHESIA

Weight-Loss Surgery: Anesthesiologist's Complete Guide

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 12 min read

Comprehensive perioperative guide for bariatric surgery from an anesthesiologist's perspective.

BARIATRIC

What Your Anesthesiologist Wants You to Know

By Dr. Ornella Oluwole, MD • 8 min read

Essential information about surgical safety, pain management, and anesthesia expectations.

ANESTHESIA

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