

This section outlines key factors affecting surgical outcomes. Poor nutritional status significantly increases surgical risks, with up to 65% of people at increased risk and malnourished patients being 3 times more likely to have complications
Dr. Tom McCoy introduces himself as co-creator and clinical lead for Op Ready clinical protocol. He explains that the course will cover key behaviors that impact surgical recovery and outcomes.
This section covers three key pre-surgery requirements. First, patients must quit smoking at least 4 weeks before surgery due to its negative impact on wound healing and surgical outcomes.