Surgery is only half of the healing journey. From the moment a patient returns home from the hospital, the right support can make the difference between a stressful recovery and a smooth, safe experience.

No two recoveries look exactly the same, which is why home care should always be individualized. Every recovery can have its own challenges, depending on the procedure and the patient’s personal circumstances.

At Team Select Home Concierge, we know that recovery is about more than just managing pain or changing dressings. It’s about helping patients and their families feel safe and supported.

Take a recent Scottsdale patient of ours who underwent a mommy makeover. She was prepared for the discomfort of recovery, but what surprised her most was the stress of trying to rest while also caring for her two young children and household responsibilities. By bringing in a concierge nurse, our patient’s drains and medications were handled with expert care, her family received additional support, and she was able to focus on what truly mattered: her healing.

How to Prepare for Surgery with Recovery in Mind

The path to wellbeing and recovery begins well before you leave the hospital. Taking proactive steps ahead of time can significantly reduce risks and help speed up the healing process. We’ve gathered some evidence-based strategies to plan your home and body for what’s ahead:

Make Your Home Safer
Most falls after surgery happen at home. Research shows that home ‘hazard removal programs’ including adding grab bars, improving lighting, removing loose rugs, etc. can reduce in-home falls by 38-40% for older adults. These changes reduce the chances of injury and can help you move around more confidently during recovery.

Get Proper Nutrition
Over half of older surgical patients show signs of malnutrition. When patients get nutritional support before surgery to help fuel their body and recovery, they are more likely to show lower rates of postoperative complications including infections. This can help produce shorter hospital stays.

Plan For Mobility Restrictions
After many surgeries, movement can be restricted. If home environments aren’t set up with this in mind, or if someone is tired, dizzy, or weak it can increase fall risk. Setting up assistive devices like walkers or shower chairs can make daily tasks safer. Rearranging furniture so that essential items are within easy reach is also key. If your bedroom or bathroom is far away or hard to access, adjust your living space before surgery.

Manage Your Expectations of Recovery Timelines
Ask your RN Care Manager about when you’ll likely regain certain abilities such as walking, driving, or working. Pushing too much too soon can lead to setbacks and an emotional toll. Managing expectations can help you keep a positive mindset which is an important part of recovery.

Warning Signs to Watch For

What can complications at home look like? While discomfort and tiredness are common after surgery, certain symptoms should never be ignored. Contact your care provider right away if you notice:

• Increased redness, swelling, or pus around incision sites
• Fever or chills
• Uncontrolled pain not relieved by prescribed medications
• Shortness of breath or chest pain
• Excessive bleeding or sudden changes in drain output

Monitoring for these warning signs early and taking action quickly if concerns arise, helps prevent serious complications.

Why Post-Surgery Home Care Matters

Recovering at home without professional oversight can carry significant health risks including infection or complications from improper drain care, medication errors, or even hospital readmission. The uncertainty of navigating recovery alone often causes unnecessary stress for both patients and their loved ones.

Concierge, private-pay post-surgical nursing with Team Select provides:

• Safety: Skilled nurses monitor for early signs of complications or issues
• Comfort: A controlled, healing environment customized to the patient’s needs
• Peace of Mind: Families feel reassured and at ease knowing a professional is in charge

Having access to this level of care and oversight means you and your loved ones can heal faster, avoid complications, and feel like home is as great of a place for recovery as the hospital itself.

Support for Elective Surgeries & Aesthetic Procedures

Elective surgeries like tummy tucks, facelifts, and mommy makeovers require a high level of care and a lengthy recovery time.

Patients are often surprised by how demanding and stressful these recovery periods can be, with drains, restricted mobility, and medication schedules to manage. Concierge nurses help bridge the gap between the surgeon’s office and daily life outside of the hospital.

Team Select Home Concierge partners closely with surgeons, including specialized healthcare professionals like Dr. Goel at Desert Mobile Medical, who emphasize the importance of comprehensive pre- and post-operative support. This collaboration ensures patients are well-prepared before surgery and set up for a safe, stress-free recovery once they return home from the hospital.

“It’s so important during those first 24-48hrs after being discharged that complications could arise requiring prompt attention from healthcare personnel like the concierge RN’s at Team Select,” shared Dr. Goel, “Choosing the right healthcare team is essential!”

Our concierge nurses provide personalized services designed to make recovery from elective procedures like tummy tucks, facelifts, and mommy makeovers as seamless as possible:

• Pain Management: Oversight and regulation of prescription medication schedules as well as over-the-counter medications and recovery aids.
• Drain Care & Incision Monitoring: Skilled drain management and early detection of infection or healing issues.
• Mobility Assistance: Gentle guidance to encourage movement, preventing blood clots without overexertion or risk of injury.
• Nutritional Support: Help with meal prep or coordination with personal chefs to ensure diets promote faster healing and overall wellbeing.

Support for Serious Medical Procedures

Post-surgical home care is critical after medically-required operations such as cancer-related surgeries, orthopedic procedures, or joint replacements. These recoveries can be complex, requiring advanced care and constant monitoring.

Specialized services you can receive through Team Select’s private-pay registered nurses include:

• Advanced Wound Care: Professional dressing changes and adherence to advanced healing protocols.
• Rehabilitation Coordination: Assistance with physical therapy exercises, plus communication with PT providers.
• Medical Equipment Management: Skilled setup and use of devices like oxygen machines, IV pumps, and hospital beds.
• Symptom Management: Relief from side effects such as nausea, fatigue, or pain caused by medications and treatments.

This professional home care reduces the burden on families who may otherwise struggle to balance caregiving responsibilities with daily life as well as proper knowledge of recovery assistance. Patients gain confidence knowing their recovery is being monitored by an expert, not left to chance.

Benefits of Choosing Concierge Nursing at Home

While many patients are discharged with only minimal aftercare instructions, concierge nursing offers a higher standard of recovery support. Benefits include:

• Seamless transitions from hospital or surgical center to home
• Flexible scheduling, whether for a few hours daily or full 24/7 coverage
• Comprehensive assistance with wound care, mobility, and medication
• Emotional support that reassures both patients and those around them

Unlike insurance-driven models or short-term care, concierge nursing allows for unlimited customization and care. Care isn’t controlled by strict timelines or coverage limitations. Instead, it’s shaped around what the patient truly needs.

The Role of the RN Care Manager

The backbone of Team Select Home Concierge’s model is the RN Care Manager. The RN Care Manager is:

• The family’s single point of contact for all questions, updates, and decision-making
• The coordinator who communicates directly with surgeons, anesthesiologists, therapists, and any other professionals involved in care
• The advocate who ensures the patient’s preferences and needs are always heard and prioritized
• The strategist who customizes care plans in real time, adjusting as the patient heals and progresses

This oversight creates a streamlined recovery experience that can eliminate the confusion and stress that often arise when families try to coordinate care on their own.

Transparent and Flexible Care

Because Team Select Home Concierge operates as a private-pay model, patients and families benefit from transparency and flexibility that insurance-based programs cannot offer.

• Clear pricing: No hidden restrictions or surprise coverage limitations with our straight-forward hourly rates and packages
• Flexible scheduling: Options for round-the-clock, 24/7 support or hourly assistance
• Tailored services: Every aspect of care is designed around the individual’s needs, not insurance checklists

This level of customization and transparency allows patients to choose the level of support they need without compromise.

Begin Your Recovery with Confidence

Post-surgery recovery is a journey, and no one should have to navigate it alone. With Team Select Home Concierge, patients receive personalized care that combines medical expertise with genuine compassion. From elective procedures to complex medical recoveries, concierge nursing ensures every patient feels safe, comfortable, and supported at home through every step of recovery.

If you or a loved one is preparing for surgery, reach out to Team Select Home Concierge today. Learn how our customized post-surgical care can transform recovery into a time of healing and peace of mind for everyone involved.