You must ask these questions before going for surgery

It’s a good idea to ask your surgeon many questions before undergoing a procedure. Having a friend or relative come to appointments with you can make it easier to remember what to ask and to make plans for your recovery. Photo: TNS

Surgery is a daunting moment in patients’ lives, with high-stakes decisions made difficult by jargon, uncertainty and a lack of public information that could help determine the best path.

In conversations with doctors, nurses and independent patient advocates, we gathered advice to consider when you face surgery.