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Gabrielle Owen, RN, CNOR, is an associate editor at Biology Insights focusing on surgical preparation. Based in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, she worked in hospital operating rooms for over 10 years and went on to produce patient advocacy content. Her clinical background in perioperative care informs her work helping patients understand what to expect from upcoming procedures.

Can You Have Painted Nails for Surgery?Safety
Do I Have to Wash My Hair Before Surgery?Procedures
Can I Have Gel Nails for Surgery?Procedures
Is a Double Mastectomy Considered Major Surgery?Procedures
How Long Does Roux-en-Y Surgery Take?Procedures
How Long Does Free Flap Surgery Take?Procedures
How to Swallow a Pill: Proven Techniques That Work Drugs
Can I Keep My Appendix After Surgery?Procedures
Does It Hurt When Stitches Dissolve?Procedures
Do They Test for COVID Before Surgery?Tests
What to Take Someone After Surgery Healthcare
What Is Tumor Removal Surgery Called?Cancer
What Are the Best Gifts to Get Someone After Surgery?Healthcare
What to Wear After Surgery for Comfort and Safety Procedures
How to Get a Ride Home After Surgery Healthcare
What Are the Best Gifts for a Man After Surgery?Procedures
Does Gallbladder Surgery Leave Scars?Procedures
How Long After Pellet Insertion Can I Take a Bath?Procedures
Are You Awake When Intubated for Surgery?Procedures
How to Wear Your Hair for Surgery Safety
Can I Eat Ice Cream After Surgery?Nutrition
Do Dissolving Stitches Taste Bad?Dental
Why Can’t You Shave Before Surgery?Procedures
Why Can’t I Wear Makeup During Surgery?Procedures
Can I Have My Nails Done Before Surgery?Procedures
How Should I Wear My Hair for Surgery?Procedures
How Long Does Lap Band Removal Surgery Take?Procedures
Does Gastric Bypass Leave a Scar?Procedures
How Long Does a Thyroidectomy Take?Procedures
Do I Have to Take My Nose Ring Out for Surgery?Procedures