A 34-year-old member asked:

would an orthopedic surgery get cancelled if the surgeon knew the patient did not refrain from using marijuana prior to the surgery?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Psychiatry 32 years experience

Surgery: Depends on the surgeon, type of surgery, length of surgery, and your health & extent of use.

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Orthopedic Surgery 36 years experience

Marijuana: Usually yes. But may vary case by case.

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Orthopedic Surgery 54 years experience

NO!: No reason 2 do so. Only the orthopedic surgeon should refrain from use a day of surgery.

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