Be well rested and try to eat a good breakfast. Take your
usual medications, unless directed otherwise. We request
that you do not take any aspirin or aspirin containing products,
such as Anacin, Bufferin, or Excedrin, for ten days prior to the surgery. In addition, please do not take Ibuprofen (Motrin,
Advil, etc.,) or Vitamin E supplements. These medications may
"thin" your blood and cause more bleeding. You may substitute acetaminophen (Tylenol) if required. Do not drink any alcoholic beverages for 48 hours before surgery.

Shampoo your hair before surgery, as your wound and initial
dressing may have to remain dry for 24 hours thereafter. The
length of the procedure varies depending on the size and location
of the skin cancer and the type of reconstruction to be done.