This program serves to help patients manage worries and fears that naturally arise when facing surgery by creating imagery and engaging supportive resources. By following five simple steps, patients can ease stress-related symptoms prior to surgery and benefit from an improved recovery time.

Step One: Create Imagery to Feel Peaceful
This section guides patients in the creation of their own personal imagery, producing feelings of peace and calm.

Step Two: Imagine Your Recovery
This technique helps patients learn how to turn worries into vivid, healing images of their recovery.

Step Three: Organize a Support Group
This part of the process engages family and friends in the use of healing imagery.

Step Four: Use Healing Statements
You can ask your surgeon, anesthesiologist, or operating room nurse to say healing statements, or create your own words for them to say.

Step Five: Meet Your Anesthesiologist
The day of your surgery you can let your anesthesiologist know you have participated in this program, requesting (if not contra-indicated for your type of surgery) to use this CD or music of your choice as you undergo your procedure.

We encourage patients to take part in all or part of the program, which includes:

• Program Instruction Pamphlet
• 20-minute relaxation CD
• 1-hour workshop with a nurse
• Telephone support with a nurse

To further your knowledge, a companion book, Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster is available in most bookstores or at www.HealFaster.com.