Lap. Inguinal Hernia Repair

An inguinal hernia is a protrusion of abdominal-cavity contents through the inguinal canal. They are very common, and their repair is one of the most frequently performed surgical operations.There are two types of inguinal hernia, direct and indirect, which are defined by their relationship to the inferior epigastric vessels.

Umbilical hernia repair

A hernia is present at the site of the umbilicus (commonly called a navel, or belly button) in the newborn. An umbilical hernia can be fixed 2 different ways. The surgeon can opt to stitch the walls of the abdominal or he/she can place mesh over the opening and stitch it to the abdominal walls. The latter is of a stronger hold and is commonly used for larger tears in the abdominal wall. Most surgeons will repair the hernia 6 weeks after the baby is born.

Lipoma Removal

A lipoma is a benign tumor composed of adipose tissue. It is the most common form of soft tissue tumor. Lipomas are soft to the touch, usually movable, and are generally painless. Many lipomas are small (under one centimeter diameter) but can enlarge to sizes greater than six centimeters. Lipomas are commonly found in adults from 40 to 60 years of age, but can also be found in children.

Gallbladder Removal

Gallbladder diseases are those diseases involving the gallbladder. Gallstones may develop in the gallbladder as well as elsewhere in the biliary tract. If gallstones in the gallbladder are symptomatic and cannot be dissolved by medication or broken into small pieces by ultrasonic waves, surgical removal of the gallbladder may be indicated. Other indications for this procedure include porcelain gallbladder, which is a calcification of the gallbladder believed to be brought on by excessive gallstones and gallbladder cancer.

Gyn/Ob SURGERY AND UROLOGY

Hysterectomy (Open or laparoscopic)

Hysterectomy is usually performed for serious conditions and is highly effective in curing those conditions.
The Maine Women Health Study of 1994 followed for 12 months time approximately 800 women with similar gynecological problems (pelvic pain, urinary incontinence due to uterine prolapse, severe endometriosis, excessive menstrual bleeding, large fibroids, painful intercourse), around half of whom had a hysterectomy and half of whom did not. The study found that a substantial number of those who had a hysterectomy had marked improvement in their symptoms following hysterectomy, as well as significant improvement in their overall physical and mental health one year out from their surgery.

Myomectomy

Myomectomy, sometimes also fibroidectomy, refers to the surgical removal of uterine leiomyomas (a benign tumor that originates from the smooth muscle layer (myometrium) and the accompanying connective tissue of the uterus.), also known as fibroids. In contrast to a hysterectomy the uterus remains preserved and the woman retains her reproductive potential.

Reversal of tubal ligation

Tubal reversal, also called tubal sterilization reversal or tubal ligation reversal, is a surgical procedure that attempts to restore fertility to women after a tubal ligation. By rejoining the separated segments of fallopian tube, tubal reversal may give women the chance to become pregnant again.

Tubal Litigation

Tubal ligation or tubectomy (also known as having one's "tubes tied" (ligation)) is a surgical procedure for sterilization in which a woman's fallopian tubes are clamped and blocked, or severed and sealed, either method of which prevents eggs from reaching the uterus for fertilization. Tubal ligation is considered a permanent method of sterilization, and birth control.