Questions to ask your doctor

Examples of Questions

• What are the risks associated with my surgery?
• What are the benefits associated with my surgery?
• How long will I be in surgery?
• What type of rehabilitation regimen is recommended? How long will I be in rehab?
• Is it possible to use a biologic implant for my surgery?
• Can I choose to have a biologic implant for my surgery?
• What are the benefits of using an allograft implant? A xenograft implant? An autograft? A metal or synthetic implant? Are there disadvantages to using any of these materials?
• Is there a chance of rejection? Will I have to take anti-rejection drugs if I receive a biologic implant?
• Is it safe to use a biologic implant?
• How are allografts or xenografts screened to ensure my safety?
• What company processed my biologic implant? What are the differences between the choices of allograft and xenograft providers?
• Does your allograft provider rely only on screening, testing and aseptic processing to ensure my safety, or do they use a validated sterilization method? How is the implant sterilized?
• Where can I get more information?