A colonoscopy is a procedure that allows a Doctor to view the inner lining of a patient’s colon and rectum. The procedure is performed using a thin, flexible tube (a colonoscope) that is slowly guided through the colon. The end of the colonoscope is lighted and includes a camera that transmits images on a screen…
The gallbladder is a small organ that stores a substance called bile. Bile helps to digest food. When a person falls out of homeostasis their gallbladder can begin to malfunction. Oftentimes this results in the development of small crystallizations known as gallstones. Gallstones are incredibly painful and more often than not a person who suffers…
An examination of internal organs using a flexible fiber optic instrument. These are often performed as an outpatient procedure and can be diagnostic or therapeutic. Commonly performed procedures include: colonoscopy – examination of colon upper endoscopy – examination of esophagus, stomach bronchoscopy – examination of lungs and airways
Minimally invasive approach to surgery using small incisions, specialized instruments that results in less pain and faster recovery for patients. Commonly performed procedures: Removal of gallbladder (cholecystectomy) Colon surgery Hernia repair Removal of appendix
A hernia is a defect in a tissue layer that allows other tissues or organs to protrude through the defect. Most often they occur in the groin or abdominal wall and can follow prior surgery. Hernias need surgery to repair the defect. This can often be performed as an outpatient procedure.
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases that affect the colon and rectum. Treatment for: Colon Cancer Diverticular Disease Hemorrhoids Anal Fissure Anal Fistula Colitis
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases that affect the breast Read More Biopsies of breast masses Surgery for breast cancer Lumpectomy Sentinel node biopsy Lymph node surgery Mastectomy
Procedure where tissue is removed to allow diagnosis of a lesion or mass. Biopsies can be performed using a scalpel or needle. Tissue removed is sent to a pathologist for analysis. Frequently, biopsies can be performed in the office using a local anesthetic and minimal down time.
