Most foot surgery performed today is on an outpatient basis. Outpatient surgery is both convenient and economical. Convenient, because a patient spends a few hours at the doctor’s office or surgery center and then recovers in the comfort of their own home. Economical, because the patient doesn’t receive an expensive in-hospital bill and saves on medical expenses. Patients that receive outpatient foot surgery are of lower medical risk. The surgical procedures performed are less complicated. By being selective Dr. Sextro, Dr. Larsen and Dr. Bandel can retain the adequate safety required when performing any type of foot surgery. Outpatient surgery usually involves using a local anesthesia and possibly some form of sedation. After the surgery is performed, the patient returns home with a responsible family member or friend to the pleasant surroundings of their home. Follow-up care is then performed at Dr. Sextro, Dr. Larsen and Dr. Bandel's office. If you are about to undergo outpatient foot surgery or if you have a condition which may require surgical correction in the future askDr. Sextro, Dr. Larsen and Dr. Bandel about this exciting alternative.