Depends what kind of surgery that you are having, but usually you can not eat for 24 hours before the surgery and you have an iv put in your vein and then from there it depends on the type of surgery.
Answer: I know this from Grey's Anatomy
Explanation: Step 1: Get lab tests, X-rays and other procedures
Step 2: Talk with a Surgical Services nurse
Step 3: Pre-register and complete hospital forms
Step 4: Know where you are going: Review the hospital map
Step 5: Arrange for someone to drive you home
On the day of the Surgery sometimes they don't let you eat