Surgery Packet (P-Y) for Ear Tube Placement:

(Also known as Tympanostomy Tube or Pneumatic Equalization Tube Placement)

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This information may be of use, but should not be considered medical advice unless specifically directed by your doctor.

Required Reading:

• At least one week prior to surgery, read the instructions before surgery.

• Read your surgery consent form before your day of surgery: Tympanostomy Tube consent (form “C-AJ”). Notify your surgeon if you have questions about the risks of surgery or the consent form.

• Adults should complete their Advance Directive forms.

• Review your instructions for after surgery:   Instructions after ear tube surgery • Form “PO-B”  

Optional Reading:

• Estimating your cost for a surgical procedure

• Labs, tests, pre-operative clearance

• “A Scientific View on Risks”

Maps and Directions

• to The Center for Outpatient Medicine (TCOM) | 2502 East Empire Street, Bloomington, IL 61704 (south east side of building) | (309) 662-6120 | street view photo | map | website

• to the BroMenn Comfort & Care Suites (adjacent to TCOM) | 2502 East Empire Street, Suite D, Bloomington, IL 61704 (north east side of building) | (309) 662-6120 | map | website

• to Carle BroMenn Hospital | parking structure address for your GPS: 606 W Virginia Ave, Normal, IL 61761 | (309) 454-1400 | street view photo | map | website