General Surgery

GENERAL SURGERY

While Drs. Clark and Lee are specially trained bariatric surgeons,
they are also general surgeons.

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While Drs. Clark and Lee are specially trained bariatric surgeons, they are also general surgeons.

Our surgeons use the most advanced minimally invasive surgery techniques, such as laparoscopic surgery, robotic surgery, and even SINGLE INCISION laparoscopic surgery to do procedures like:

  • Reflux surgery
  • Hernia repair: umbilical, inguinal, ventral, incisional, hiatal
  • Gallbladder removal
  • Appendix removal
  • Solid organ surgery: spleen, adrenal, liver, colon and small bowel surgery

Understanding Gallbladder Removals

Gallbladder removal, medically termed cholecystectomy, is a common procedure that mitigates the discomfort caused by gallstones and gallbladder disease. This surgical process involves removing the gallbladder, a small organ under the liver responsible for storing bile, a fluid that helps in breaking down dietary fats.

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Why You Would Need Gallbladder Surgery

Gallbladder surgery becomes a necessity when gallstones block the flow of bile, resulting in sharp abdominal pain, nausea, and frequently, severe infection. Further complications might include gallbladder inflammation or pancreatitis, which can severely impact your health. Thus, gallbladder removal is a safe route to prevent the recurrence of these problems.

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All About Hernia Repairs

Hernia repair refers to the surgical procedure carried out to rectify a hernia, which occurs when a part of an organ or tissue protrudes through a weak point in the body's muscular wall. A hernia repair surgery aims to return the displaced tissues to their appropriate position, thereby reinforcing the muscles, often using surgical mesh. Different types of hernia repairs are distinguished due to the location and nature of the hernia.

Umbilical Hernia Repair: An umbilical hernia repair is a procedure aimed at correcting hernias that occur around the belly button. These hernias are common in infants but can also occur in adults due to increased abdominal pressure.

Inguinal Hernia Repair: This hernia repair surgery focuses on hernias within the groin area, known as inguinal hernias. They are more prevalent in males and can occur due to weakness in the abdominal wall.

Ventral Hernia Repair: Ventral hernia repair targets hernias that develop in the abdominal wall. They can occur at any location on your abdomen but are typically found at the site of a previous surgical incision.

Incisional Hernia Repair: This procedure deals with hernias that occur due to a weakened surgical scar. They can develop months or even years after surgery when part of an organ, typically the intestines, pushes through a surgical wound that hasn't fully healed.

Hiatal Hernia Repair: A hiatal hernia repair handles hernias that form in the hiatus, an opening in the diaphragm where the esophagus meets the stomach. This procedure often involves tightening the hiatus and securing the stomach to prevent it from moving upwards.

Benefits of General Surgery Include:

  • Smaller incisions, minimal scarring
  • Less pain and faster recovery times with minimally invasive techniques
  • Improved patient outcomes
  • Reduced risk of infection and complication rates

At Anchorage Bariatrics, we want to ensure you get the best general surgery experience. We're committed to providing safe, effective, evidence-based care to help you achieve your goals and improve your quality of life. We'll work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that includes all of the necessary support services and follow-up visits so you can maintain your health after surgery.

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