“They won’t really stop me from driving myself… right?” It’s one of the most common assumptions we hear before outpatient procedures. The reality: many clinics enforce an escort requirement from the moment you arrive—some won’t even let you sign in unless your companion is standing next to you. (We’ve even photographed a posted sign at a Charlotte hospital GI clinic stating exactly that.)
If sedation or anesthesia is involved—colonoscopy, cataract or eye procedures, orthopedic treatments, dental sedation—discharge staff will ask two things: Who is taking you home? and sometimes, can they check in on you for a little while afterwards? The second point comes up often, but the non-negotiable is the first: you cannot drive yourself.
Real patient scenarios we see nationwide
“I’ll just drive myself.” In Atlanta, a GI doctor had to call local police after a patient insisted a friend was “on the way,” then slipped to the parking garage and drove off under sedation. Providers take this rule seriously—for your safety and everyone else’s.
“I don’t want to involve anyone.” Many people do have family or neighbors but don’t want to impose or share private details. That’s exactly why a professional medical escort exists—no awkward favors, no strings.
“My friend bailed.” Friends and family mean well, but life happens. When someone cancels last-minute, clinics won’t proceed without a responsible adult. MyFredy removes that risk.
Blunt FAQ: what patients actually ask
Can I drive myself home after anesthesia?
No. Clinics require a responsible adult. Some facilities stop solo patients at the door and won’t complete check-in without an escort present.
Can I just use Uber or Lyft?
Generally, no. Rideshare drivers aren’t responsible escorts, and most providers won’t discharge you to a rideshare alone. Book a MyFredy medical escort instead.
Do clinics require the escort to stay after I get home?
Discharge teams often ask if someone can check in for a little while—help with instructions, meds, or getting settled. It’s not highlighted as strongly as the escort-to-and-from rule, but it does come up.
What if I don’t have anyone?
That’s what we’re here for. Book a MyFredy medical escort—a trusted adult who gets you checked in, waits on-site during your procedure, and brings you home safely.
Why patients choose MyFredy
- One-and-done simplicity: Book online once and you’re covered—no favors, no flaking.
- Inside support: We check in with staff, receive discharge instructions, and ensure a safe, private trip home.
- Provider-friendly: We meet the documented escort requirement clinics enforce at arrival and discharge.
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Nationwide coverage, one reliable standard. Whether your clinic requires an escort at check-in, discharge, or both, MyFredy shows up and follows through—so you’re never turned away or left waiting.
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