Millions of Americans routinely take herbal products, homeopathic medicines, and dietary supplements, but these so-called “natural” products may increase risk of bleeding during and after surgery.
Risky herbs and supplements include:
■Chinese peony
■Garlic
■Ginger
■Ginko
■Ginseng
■Oil of wintergreen (methyl salicylate)
■Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens, Salbalserrulata)
These supplements, as well as aspirin containing products, fish oil, anti-inflammatory medications and high dose Vitamin E should be stopped 3 weeks before and 3 weeks after surgery.
About Me
- E. Bradley Garber MD FACS
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- I was born in New Orleans. I obtained my B.A. degree with Distinction and Phi Beta Kappa Honors from the University of Colorado. I obtained my M.D. degree from L.S.U. Medical Center. I completed a 5 year surgery residency specializing in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery in Denver Colorado. I served in the military and spent two years in Germany at Landstuhl Army Medical Center. From 1983-1985, I trained in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in Miami, Florida under world renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Ralph Millard. I have been in solo practice for over 20 years performing cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. I have obtained Board Certification by two boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialities: The Amercian Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery. I have served as President of the Tulsa County Medical Society and Chief of Surgery at St. John Medical Center. It has been an honor and priviledge to provide surgical care to my patients. email: bradgarber@sbcglobal.net