Will taking Copaxone for Multiple Sclerosis impact my ability to heal from surgery?

Here is My Question:
I am scheduled for bariatric surgery on July 2, 2018. My surgeon is concerned that Copaxone will inhibit wound healing, and is now going to discuss it with my neurologist. Surgeon wants neurologist to assure her that the medication won’t effect my recovery. I’m afraid she is going to cancel my surgery! I’ve only had two doses of Copaxone (just started it). Does Copaxone inhibit healing after surgery? Do you think this would be a valid reason to cancel my surgery?
Thanks for your help.

Answer:
I have no concerns about copaxone affecting healing post-operatively. I have had patients over the years take the injectable therapies around time of surgery without interruption and without extended recovery times.

A. Scott Nielsen MD MMSc
Neurologist and MS Specialist at Kaiser Permanente

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