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A member asked:

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

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

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

Dr Michalski and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/7/2012

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

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

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2022

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

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

Answered 5/15/2016

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