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?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Alan Alianswered
Psychiatry 33 years experience
Surgery: Depends on the surgeon, type of surgery, length of surgery, and your health & extent of use.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. John Michalskianswered
Orthopedic Surgery 37 years experience
Marijuana: Usually yes. But may vary case by case.
5.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Peter Ihleanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 55 years experience
NO!: No reason 2 do so. Only the orthopedic surgeon should refrain from use a day of surgery.
1.3k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated May 15, 2016
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