Your Surgery

When Jay needed surgery, VA Long Beach guided the process and got him through it safely -- without any surprises. In this short video Jay describes how the VA let him know what to expect before, during, and after surgery, and how they provided a clear list of steps he needed to take for success.

Watch this to know how you can prepare at home before surgery.

Watch this to know what to expect on the day of your surgery and for the remainder of your hospital stay.

Watch this video to learn how to prevent the spread of germs and how to recognize the signs of infection while recovering from surgery.

Watch this to understand your recovery from surgery at home, including pain management and signs of possible complications after your surgery.