What is Minimally Invasive Surgery?
In the mid-1980's Surgery was revolutionized with the widespread popularization of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. Though Laparoscopic Surgery
Many patients have asked me if I do "laser" surgery. The answer is YES, but this is not the question that is really being asked. Laser Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery are not synonymous. Lasers are simply a means of cautery, to control bleeding or to cut tissues without causing bleeding. Laparoscopic Surgery refers to the performance of intra-abdominal surgery through small ports inserted through the abdominal wall while visualizing the surgery with a camera (Laparoscope). While some surgeons use lasers in the performance of laparoscopic procedures this is not essential and most laparoscopic surgeons do not. I have found that the laser is useful in some unusual instances, but in general, it only adds hazard and expense to the procedure.
Laparoscopy is not the only form of minimally invasive surgery being performed today. I invite you to explore this site to learn more about surgery performed with minimally invasive technology. The procedures that I personally perform are listed on the Office Services Page. Please visit this site periodically as I intend to update it frequently.
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