Minimally Invasive Surgery
As part of the Precision Surgery program at Blanchard Valley Hospital, our skilled surgeons provide comprehensive, minimally invasive surgery with advanced medical technologies. Our surgeons use small incisions, needles or lasers to make a big difference in our patients’ lives. A range of minimally invasive procedures are available in specialties including ear, nose and throat; gastrointestinal; general surgery; gynecological; interventional radiology; neurosurgery; orthopedics; radiology; robotic-assisted; spine; thoracic; urology; and vascular.
Tiny Incisions, Needles and Lasers Mean Big Results
Unlike open surgery that uses long incisions, minimally invasive surgery is performed by using a few small incisions, needles or lasers. Specially designed instruments and cameras allow our surgeons to operate from outside the body by skillfully manipulating the equipment inside the patient. In many cases, our surgeons prefer minimally invasive surgery to open surgery because it can be easier on your body, minimize blood loss and scarring, and have lower risk of infection after surgery.
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures at Blanchard Valley Hospital include:
- Appendectomy
- Bowel resection
- Diagnostic laparoscopy
- Endovascular stent grafts
- Gastrointestinal
- Hernia repair
- Hysterectomy
- Joint arthroscopy (knee, shoulder, ankle)
- Laparoscopic gallbladder removal
- Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
- Radiology/interventional radiology
- Robotic-assisted
- Sinus endoscopy
- Spine discectomy and fusion
- Thoracic
- Total joint replacement
- Urology
- Vascular
Dedicated to Your Health
Our Precision Surgery team has the expertise and technology for our patients’ procedures to go smoothly, promoting fast healing. Our team of surgeons and medical professionals perform their procedures in an advanced surgical environment. Aided by innovative technologies, ongoing training, a wealth of experience and dedication to their patients’ health, you can be comfortable knowing you will receive the best care possible at Blanchard Valley Hospital.