Encino

Pre-Op Exams & Surgical Clearance for Encino Residents

Encino patients preparing for surgery deserve a pre-operative evaluation that is both thorough and convenient. Long delays at traditional clinics or hospital-based pre-admission testing centers can jeopardize your surgical date. Valley Family Medicine, your community-centered urgent care, proudly provides specialized Pre-Op Exams and Surgical Clearance services to the Encino area. Though we are located in San Fernando City, our doors are wide open to Encino residents seeking fast, reliable, and same-day clearance. Call us at 818-774-0955 or simply walk in—no referral needed, no endless waiting.

What makes our surgical clearance different? We treat it as a genuine medical risk assessment, not a box-ticking exercise. Our providers conduct a full history and physical with special attention to conditions common among Encino’s diverse patient population: hypertension, diabetes, coronary artery disease, asthma, sleep apnea, and chronic kidney disease. We perform an in-house EKG to rule out occult arrhythmias or ischemic changes. We draw labs immediately—CBC, BMP, PT/INR, and when indicated, cardiac enzymes or hemoglobin A1c. If you are on anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents, we document precise recommendations for perioperative management. All results are interpreted on the spot, and a final clearance letter is issued within hours.

Encino residents choose Valley Family Medicine because time is of the essence. Surgeons often give only a short window to obtain clearance—sometimes just three to five days. Traditional primary care offices are frequently booked weeks out. Hospital systems may require multiple visits across different departments. Our urgent care model solves this: extended hours, no appointments, and a streamlined workflow that typically completes your entire pre-op exam in under 90 minutes. We even fax or email the clearance directly to your surgeon’s office while you wait, ensuring seamless coordination.

We clear Encino patients for all procedure types: orthopedic surgeries (hip/knee replacement, rotator cuff repair), general surgeries (cholecystectomy, hernia repair), urologic, gynecologic, and even plastic or dental surgeries requiring general anesthesia. To expedite your visit, bring your surgeon’s pre-op order sheet, a current medication list (including supplements), and any recent hospitalization or cardiology records. Most insurance plans accepted, with affordable self-pay options. Remember: proper surgical clearance reduces complications, prevents cancellations, and saves lives. Trust Valley Family Medicine to deliver thorough, compassionate, and prompt care. Visit us or call 818-774-0955 today. Your safe surgery starts right here in Encino.