Minimally Invasive General Surgery
Common Conditions Treated
Gastrointestinal
General surgeons can diagnose and treat conditions of the gastrointestinal tract starting at the esophagus, and continuing to the stomach, intestines, and anus. These can include chronic obstructions due to adhesions, tumors, or functional disorders.
Hernias
A strong network of muscle, fascia, and connective tissue keeps the organs of the abdomen tucked away. Occasionally, a defect will cause a organs to “herniate” through the abdomen or groin.
Biliary
An estimated 20 million Americans suffer from disorders of the gallbladder including gallstones and biliary dyskinesia. Over 99% of our patients who need their gallbladder removed (cholecystectomy) are able to do so with minimally invasive techniques.
Skin and Soft Tissue
Lumps and bumps can appear all over the body. These range from birthmarks, to non-cancerous tumors, to malignant lesions. General surgeons are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of these lesions.
“Minimally invasive surgery is the way forward: the patient goes home the next day; there are fewer complications..”
— Frans van Houten