About 15-20% of the population in Western countries will experience a hiatal hernia. Many people who have one may not even know it until the problem shows up on a scan, though. When this happens, patients want to know what size hiatal hernia needs surgery. Several...
Hernia repair surgery is often necessary to avoid pain, discomfort, and other complications. Fortunately, new and exciting advances, such as robotic hernia surgery, can make the process and recovery time more comfortable. If you are struggling with a hernia, make an...
Gallbladder removal surgery, also called cholecystectomy, is one of the most common surgical operations in the United States. Each year, 1.2 million people have their gallbladders removed. For many patients, this is their first-ever surgery. The high rates of...