Opioid-Free Surgery

Compassionate care without compromise — recover comfortably and safely using advanced long-acting local anesthetics and a thoughtful, narcotic-sparing pain plan.

Opioid-sparing care overview

Many patients are concerned about the risks of opioid use after surgery, and we are proud to offer opioid-free surgical care for those who want to recover without relying on narcotics. Through advanced long-acting local anesthetics and a thoughtfully designed post-operative pain plan, we help patients heal comfortably while minimizing or even eliminating the need for opioids. Whether you are in recovery, have a personal or family history of opioid sensitivity, or simply want to avoid opioids, our team builds a custom pain-management plan that aligns with your values and needs.

Many patients are concerned about the risks of opioid use after surgery, and we are proud to offer opioid-free surgical care for those who want to recover without relying on narcotics. Through advanced long-acting local anesthetics and a thoughtfully designed post-operative pain plan, we help patients heal comfortably while minimizing or even eliminating the need for opioids. Whether you are in recovery, have a personal or family history of opioid sensitivity, or simply want to avoid opioids, our team builds a custom pain-management plan that aligns with your values and needs.

How comfort is managed

We emphasize what actually works. We educate every patient on using anti-inflammatories effectively — typically 400–600 mg of ibuprofen three times daily with meals — to reduce the swelling and inflammation that drive most post-op discomfort. Adding 1000 mg of acetaminophen three times daily provides another layer of relief that works synergistically with NSAIDs, and together this regimen often eliminates the need for opioids altogether.

We emphasize what actually works. We educate every patient on using anti-inflammatories effectively — typically 400–600 mg of ibuprofen three times daily with meals — to reduce the swelling and inflammation that drive most post-op discomfort. Adding 1000 mg of acetaminophen three times daily provides another layer of relief that works synergistically with NSAIDs, and together this regimen often eliminates the need for opioids altogether.

Opioid-Free Surgery details

Exparel® — Long-Lasting Nerve Block

Exparel is a non-opioid anesthetic that provides up to 72 hours of pain relief by delivering bupivacaine directly into the surgical site. This long-acting medication significantly reduces the need for additional pain medication during the critical first days after surgery.

Exparel is a non-opioid anesthetic that provides up to 72 hours of pain relief by delivering bupivacaine directly into the surgical site. This long-acting medication significantly reduces the need for additional pain medication during the critical first days after surgery.

Journavx™ Multimodal Protocols

For patients who don’t mind a small additional pharmacy cost, we can prescribe Journavx, a modern, evidence-based surgical pain protocol. It lets us personalize recovery with non-opioid combinations that are just as effective — without the risks of sedation, dependence, or gastrointestinal upset.

For patients who don’t mind a small additional pharmacy cost, we can prescribe Journavx, a modern, evidence-based surgical pain protocol. It lets us personalize recovery with non-opioid combinations that are just as effective — without the risks of sedation, dependence, or gastrointestinal upset.

What Most Patients Experience

  • Most patients take fewer than 6 opioid tablets, if any.

  • Many choose to recover entirely opioid-free.

  • Clear, proactive guidance makes all the difference.

A Safer Path to Healing

We manage pain proactively, not reactively. Our goal is to minimize opioid exposure, prevent dependence and misuse, and support faster, more comfortable healing. You shouldn’t have to choose between comfort and caution — we deliver both.

We manage pain proactively, not reactively. Our goal is to minimize opioid exposure, prevent dependence and misuse, and support faster, more comfortable healing. You shouldn’t have to choose between comfort and caution — we deliver both.

Bottom line: most patients recover comfortably with little to no opioid medication — and we monitor you closely every step of the way.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Thoughtful care at every step

Your visit is planned around clarity, comfort, and a recovery path that feels manageable before you ever sit in the chair.

Specialist-led planning

Treatment details are reviewed with the surgical team so timing, anesthesia, and next steps are clear.

Clear preparation

You’ll know what to bring, what to avoid, and how to plan your day around the procedure.

Guided recovery

Post-op instructions focus on comfort, swelling control, and knowing when to reach out.