This book walks a patient, family member or loved one (the reader) through exactly what will transpire on the day of surgery, there are three areas in surgical services, pre-operative, the operating room and the recovery area, this book addresses all three areas in detail as to what transpires while including helpful tips to get ready for surgery (before surgery at home) and helpful tips when surgery is over while recovering at home. There is also helpful resources at the back of the book.