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This handout describes what to expect and how to prepare for whipple surgery, also called a pancreaticoduodenectomy. In this surgery, the head of the pancreas is removed, along with part of the small bowel, part of the bile duct system, and part of the stomach.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and reviews what a physiatrist is, and why patients may see one after spinal procedures.

This handout gives pre-procedure and post-procedure information for surgical removal (wide local excision) of skin melanoma or other lesions. It explains the excision process, what to do 2 weeks and 24 hours before the operation, and instructions to follow after surgery on precautions, self-care tips, wound care, showering, drains, pain management, pathology results, and returning to work.

This handout explains what a wireless localization device is, and gives instructions to follow after the reflector is placed in your breast or lymph node.

This handout explains options for working during and after treatment for cancer. It includes sections on employer-sponsored short-term disability and Washington state employment laws.

This handout is a chapter in the Spine Care Companion and is for patients with ongoing neck and back pain. It includes information on how to arrange your workspace so that you can use it efficiently, comfortably, and safely after spinal procedures.

This handout is for patients who are at risk for falling during their hospital stay. It explains what hospital staff are doing and what patients can do to lower their risk for falling.

This document explains your risk of falling while staying in the hospital, the ways we help to keep you safe, and how you and your family can reduce the risk of falls. 

This handout explains how to prepare when having catheter ablation to treat atrial fibrillation at University of Washington Medical Center. It includes what to do before coming to the hospital, and what to expect during your hospital stay, recovery time, and follow-up care.

Finding out that your baby may be born early (preterm) can bring up many emotions. This handout discusses the many concerns that families must deal with when they are told that their baby may be born at 22 to 23 weeks gestation. It includes "Talking About What May Happen," "Quality of Life," "Making Decisions," and a large section on a preterm baby's  health and care needs.

Finding out that your baby may be born early (preterm) can bring up many emotions. This handout discusses the many concerns that families must deal with when they are told that their baby may be born at 24 to 26 weeks gestation. It includes "Talking About What May Happen," "Quality of Life," "Making Decisions," and a large section on a preterm baby's  health and care needs.

Finding out that your baby may be born early (preterm) can bring up many emotions. This handout discusses the many concerns that families must deal with when they are told that their baby may be born at 27 to 32 weeks gestation. It includes "Talking About What May Happen," "Quality of Life," "Making Decisions," and a large section on a preterm baby's  health and care needs.