01/27/2026
Why do you ask about antibiotics before my procedures?
We are asking because we are concerned with any new infections that a patient may have before a pain procedure. Some procedures we perform can worsen an active infection. We also advise that patients who have new symptoms of infection (fever, cough, frequent/painful urination) call us if they have an upcoming procedure. It is for patient safety that we cancel or reschedule certain procedures in this setting.