by Jean Widner | Aug 26, 2023 | Cancer
If you have serious issues with your lower digestive tract, your doctor may start a conversation about a subtotal colectomy in the near future. What is a subtotal colectomy? This specialized procedure commonly treats a wide variety of problems with the large...
by Jean Widner | Aug 26, 2023 | Hernia Repair
If you have a hiatal hernia, you know how painful and difficult this condition can be. Managing hiatal hernias through dietary and lifestyle changes is the preferred treatment approach. However, some people require surgery in severe cases. While it can help reduce...
by Jean Widner | Aug 15, 2023 | Robotic Surgery, Hernia Repair
A sudden jolt of pain while working out can be frightening, especially when it occurs in a more sensitive area, such as the groin or lower abdomen. Oftentimes, this type of discomfort can be due to some type of muscle strain, which is not usually a cause for true...
by Dr. Albert Amini | Aug 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
The stomach’s purpose is to store, break down, and produce enzymes to digest food. It is a complex organ that is interconnected with the gastrointestinal tract. The stomach muscles work in concert with the rest of the upper tract of the system to push food...
by Dr. Albert Amini | Jul 22, 2023 | Hernia Repair, Gallbladder Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Liver Surgery
Surgical scars are extremely common. One study estimates that worldwide, 100 million people each year acquire a scar from surgical procedures. While it’s normal to worry about scars from surgery, chances are you know many people who have surgical scarring. Scar...
by Dr. Albert Amini | Jul 15, 2023 | Gallbladder Surgery
Gallbladder attacks are among the most common reasons people visit the emergency room. Doctors decide whether a patient needs emergency gallbladder surgery, and patients often leave with orders to schedule the procedure. Patients at risk for complications and...
by Jean Widner | Jul 7, 2023 | Cancer, Adrenal Glands
The adrenal glands are triangular-shaped areas made up of two parts. These glands sit on each kidney and are essential to your body’s endocrine system, producing multiple hormones that help control blood pressure, metabolism, stress responses, and more. If a...
by Dr. Opoku-Boateng | Jun 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
Are you less hungry than usual when mealtime comes around? Changes in appetite can occur for a number of reasons, but gastrointestinal problems are some of the most common causes. In particular, acid reflux is a widespread issue that can lead to numerous unpleasant...
by Dr. Opoku-Boateng | Jun 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
You’re probably familiar with the annoying symptoms of an environmental allergy episode, including sneezing, watery eyes, itching, and coughing. Can allergies cause swollen lymph nodes, too? When this symptom develops, it’s important to understand why...
by Dr. Opoku-Boateng | Jun 10, 2023 | Thyroid
The thyroid gland is a small but important gland that sits below the voice box on the lower front portion of the neck. It’s responsible for creating hormones that promote organ function in the body. Thyroid hormones help to transport blood throughout the body,...
