Thank you for choosing Emory Healthcare for your colorectal surgery. We have designed a program to give you the best chance of a quick and successful recovery from your surgery. This program for bowel recovery is called Emory’s Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program.

Scroll down to learn more about ERAS and the steps you can take to help you prepare for your surgery.







Before Surgery


Learn more about the steps you can take:

  • Exercise
  • Stop Smoking
  • Blood Sugar
  • Bowel Prep






Day of Surgery


Learn more about the steps you can take:

  • Skin Care
  • Medications
  • Sports Drink
  • Booklet






At the Hospital


Learn more about the steps you can take:

  • Pain Control
  • Activity
  • Diet
  • Going Home






At Home


Learn more about the steps you can take:

  • Pain Control
  • Activity
  • Diet
  • Going Home