Informative Facts Concerning Our Services

Below is a list of some frequently asked questions, but please feel free to call our office if you need additional information.  We are always pleased to assist you.

• What is laparoscopic surgery?
• Can you really do the same operation laparoscopically?
• What are the advantages of laparoscopy?
• Can you really remove things through a tiny incision?
• What is the success of laparoscopic surgery?
  
  
• What is a general surgeon?

	What is laparoscopic surgery?
	Laparoscopic is surgery done using a video camera to visualize the abdominal cavity and narrow instruments to perform the surgery without having to make a large incision.

	Can you really do the same operation laparoscopically?
	Yes.  Laparoscopic surgery performs the same operation just using smaller incisions.

	What are the advantages of laparoscopy?
	Less pain, shorter hospital stays, quicker recovery and better cosmesis

	Can you really remove things through a tiny incision?
	Some things you can, like the gallbladder and appendix, however sometimes a slightly larger incision is made to remove larger organs.

	What is the success of laparoscopic surgery?
	Since it's inception globally in 1989, laparoscopic surgery has evolved into a very safe and effective alternative to open surgery.

	What is a general surgeon?
	A general surgeon historically did all types of surgical procedures, but now operates  on abdominal diseases, endocrine disorders, breast diseases and soft tissue cancers, such as melanoma.