Minimally invasive surgery
Minimally invasive surgical care in Savannah, Georgia
We use the latest technology and techniques to aid you during and after surgery.
At Memorial Health University Medical Center, we perform robotic surgery to achieve more precise surgical outcomes. We offer some of the most advanced procedures, using a minimally invasive approach to try and ease your surgical experience and recovery.
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Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Related specialties
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Conditions treated with minimally invasive surgery
Through minimally invasive surgery, we are able to address an increasingly broad range of diseases, including:
- Adrenal gland disorders
- Bile duct stones
- Colon disease
- Gallstones
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders
- Hernias
- Obesity
- Rectal disease
- Spleen disorders
- Swallowing disorders
Surgical care we offer
Our minimally invasive procedures are performed by making small incisions that are typically less than one inch. With our surgeons' experience and the technologies at our disposal, we can complete surgery using specialized tools.
Robot-assisted and laparoscopic procedures
We are always expanding the number of surgeries we perform with minimally invasive approaches. Our surgeons are able to complete numerous bariatric, colorectal, general, gynecological and urologic procedures, including:
- Adrenalectomy — Removal of the adrenal glands
- Appendectomy — Removal of the appendix
- Cholecystectomy — Removal of the gallbladder
- Endometriosis resection — Removal of growths and scar tissue
- Gastrectomy — Partial or complete removal of the stomach
- Hysterectomy — Removal of the uterus
- Myomectomy — Removal of the uterine fibroids
- Nephrectomy — Removal of one or both kidneys
- Nissen fundoplication — Treatment for GERD
- Oophorectomy — Removal of one or both ovaries
- Prostatectomy — Partial or complete removal of the prostate
- Renal cryoablation — Treatment for a kidney tumor
- Splenectomy — Removal of the spleen
- Tubal ligation — Medical sterilization to prevent pregnancy
Minimally invasive surgery is typically covered by most insurance providers. To learn more about your surgical options, speak with your doctor and contact your insurance provider.
More information on minimally invasive surgery
If you still have additional questions about minimally invasive surgical care, read on to learn the answers you may be looking for.
FAQs
Below, you will find the answers to our most frequently asked questions regarding minimally invasive procedures.
How many days will I be out of work?
Often, you may be able to return to work one to two weeks following surgery. The majority of those we treat are able to function and perform basic tasks just a few days after surgery.
Will I be able to go home the day of my surgery?
You may not be able to return home the same day as surgery. The length of your hospital stay is dependent on the type of surgery you had.
What are the potential benefits of robotic surgery?
There are many possible benefits of this advanced surgical approach, including:
- Decreased impact on the immune system
- Faster return to work and daily activities
- Minimal postoperative pain
- Reduced scarring following surgery
- Shorter stay at the hospital
- Significantly smaller incisions that require fewer stitches
Sylvia's hernia testimonial
Hear firsthand how we addressed Sylvia Durden's hernia pain through robotic surgery.