There are many times when someone may need to have a procedure done that requires them to not drive a vehicle directly after the procedure is done. If you are having a procedure done that you do not want anyone close to you to know you are having done, consider hiring a taxi service to take you to and from your appointment. The following guide walks you through a few tips to use to ensure that the trip goes smoothly.

Talk to Your Doctor

Before you book a taxi to take you to and from the appointment, you need to be sure that you will be coherent after the procedure. There are many times when doctors simply don't want you to drive because they are fearful that your vision may be slightly blurred or your balance may not be at optimal performance. You want to make sure that you are not going to be completely out of your wits when you are done with the procedure because this could create a dangerous situation if you travel in a cab by yourself.

Book the Taxi

You then want to contact the taxi company to book to have the taxi pick you up at your house and take you to your appointment. You do not need to tell them what procedure you are having done. Take the time to also book a separate taxi to pick you up later in the day to take you home. The doctor will give you an estimate for how long the procedure will take. It is best to book the taxi for roughly twenty to thirty minutes past the time that the doctor says so that you have time to recover and check out before going out to the taxi.

Have All of Your Information Written on a Piece of Paper

If you will not be able to talk or be easily understood after the procedure, write everything down on a piece of paper that the driver needs to know. He or she will need to know the address that they will be taking you to, as well as any specific route that you would prefer they take.

Once you arrive at your home, be sure to take your time going inside. You do not want to trip and fall, accidentally injuring yourself. Taking a taxi will keep your secret well hidden and get you where you need to go quickly and easily.