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,...
by Dr. Albert Amini | Jun 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
Approximately 20% of adults in the United States are diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease. This common gastrointestinal disease occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter — the ring of muscles that open and close to allow food and liquid into the stomach —...
by Dr. Albert Amini | May 25, 2023 | Uncategorized, Robotic Surgery, Thyroid
What Is Robotic Surgery? What To Expect as a Patient When exploring your options for surgery, the least invasive procedure is generally the most recommended. Today, minimally invasive robotic surgery is a choice for several surgical treatments, but what is robotic...
by Dr. Opoku-Boateng | May 16, 2023 | Thyroid
Thyroid nodules are common thyroid abnormalities, and their management often requires molecular testing to determine if they are benign or malignant. These molecular tests rely on our understanding of the genetic abnormalities that drive the development and...
by Dr. Albert Amini | May 10, 2023 | Robotic Surgery, Cancer, Liver Surgery
Liver surgery, otherwise known as a hepatectomy or a liver resection, is a procedure that a surgeon performs to remove a section of the liver. Surgeons can perform liver resection through traditional surgery or laparoscopy, or with robotic assistance. When Is Liver...
by Dr. Albert Amini | Apr 30, 2023 | Pancreatic Diseases, Cancer
If you or someone you know recently received a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, knowing what to expect from treatment can help you cope. Learn about the risk factors, when pancreatic cancer surgery is an option and how doctors can treat and prevent symptoms. The more you...
