Patient Education Series | Enhanced Recovery Program

The introduction flyer serves as an overview of the Enhanced Recovery Program. The beverage and pain management flyers may or may not be applicable to the specific surgery you are having. Follow your surgeon’s instructions regarding drinking before your surgery.

ERAS Patient Education Series: Introduction
This document serves as an introduction to the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery program at UNC and why it is an important part of your surgery plan!

ERAS Patient Education Series: Drink
This document provides instructions about drinking clear liquids, and Ensure, up to three hours before surgery.

ERAS Patient Education Series: Epidural
This booklet discusses an epidural, which might be used as part of your Enhanced Recovery After Surgery plan.