• Number of CS Surgeries that they have performed?
• Success rate?
• Can they provide the phone # of other parents/references who they have performed the same or similar surgery on?
• Preferred age at the time of surgery?
• Predicted length of surgery?
• Prediction of future surgeries needed for your child?
• Details of surgery to be performed? (strip/remodel, etc.)
• Recovery time expectation?
• Anticipated length of hospital stay?
• Metal or absorb able plates (if needed)?
• Staples or absorbable stitches?
• Recommended units of blood for transfusion?
• Type of incision? (straight/zig-zag)
• Will they shave the head?
• Frequency of follow-up visits?
• Recommended genetic testing?
• Anticipated deformity, problems or concerns if surgery is not done?
• Recommended other specialists? (ENT, Ophthalmologists, etc.)
• When will the surgery date be set?
• Is one or more people permitted to stay with the baby, 24 hours per day?
• Is directed donation of blood allowed (can I donate blood for my baby's transfusion)?
• What are the feeding instructions in the 24 hours leading up to the surgery?
• How soon after surgery will I be able to see my baby?
• What forms will I need to sign for the surgery and hospital stay?  Are they available to read in advance?
• If breastfeeding, will the hospital have a pump available?  Does the hospital have any policies regarding nursing while in ICU?
• What do I need to watch out for following the surgery?  Any special precautions?
• What are your procedures regarding the use of cranial orthosis (ex. DOC Band) for treatment following surgery?
• What should I bring to the hospital?