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 Surgery at McAllen Medical Center
In addition to minimally invasive surgery, McAllen Medical Center offers surgical expertise in the following areas: Head and Neck SurgeryHead and neck surgery at McAllen Medical Center is performed by Otolaryngologists. The more commonly known name for the specialty is Ear, Nose, and Throat Doctor. However, today's Otolaryngololgist receives broad based training in the medical and surgical treatment of diseases of the head and neck, making the name ENT doctor obsolete. The otolaryngologist is trained in:
Laryngology: Treatment of patients suffering from voice and swallowing disorders caused by benign or malignant conditions affecting the vocal cords and other vocal/swallowing tract structures. Maxillofacial and Reconstructive Surgery: Treatment of patients with abnormalities of the face and mouth, including a variety of problems from birth defects (such as cleft palate) to accidents causing disfigurement to removal of tumors involving the tissues of the mouth. They also perform surgical procedures to reshape the nose or jaw to improve appearance and function. Nose and Sinus Allergy: Diagnosis and treatment of patients with symptoms and manifestations of nose and sinus allergy including hay fever and other inhalant seasonal and perennial allergies which are present all year round. Oncology: Treatment of cancer of the head and neck which may involve surgery, radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy. The Otolaryngologist works closely with Medical and Radiation Oncologist to design the best possible treatment program. Otology: Medical and/or surgical treatment of diseases and conditions of the ear, such as: ear infections, balance problems or dizziness, and hearing problems. Plastic Surgery: Similar to reconstructive surgery except that the surgery is often done for cosmetic purposes. Plastic surgery is important for patients who have been victims of disfiguring accidents and for those who wish to have a more improved or youthful appearance. Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryDerived from the Greek word "plastikos," meaning "to mold or give form," plastic surgery has the goal of restoring function and form to the body. Unlike most surgical specialties, it is not confined to one organ system or body part. Instead, plastic surgery repairs, reconstructs and replaces physical defects involving:
Reconstructive surgery is performed on abnormal structures of the body caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors or disease. It is generally performed to improve function, but may also be done to approximate a normal appearance. Cosmetic surgery is performed to reshape normal structures of the body in order to improve the patient's appearance and self-esteem. Cosmetic and reconstructive procedures performed by plastic surgeons include: Treatment of skin diseases, cancer, trauma
Surgery of the trunk and extremities
Services at McAllen Medical CenterBirthing Center of South Texas
Blood Bank & Transfusion Services Case Management Services Diabetes Management Diagnostic Services Emergency Medicine Endocrinology Gastroenterology Services Intensive/Critical Care Services Laboratory Services Maternity OB/GYN Orthopedic Services Outpatient Care Pain Management Pathology Pulmonology/Lung Disease Subacute Care Surgery Transplant Center Women's Services Wound Care & Hyperbaric Services General SurgeryOur surgical expertise includes the management of the most common ailments including the treatment of simple and complex hernias; the treatment of gastrointestinal problems such as peptic ulcer disease, colon cancer, anorectal disorders, hemorrhoids, and inflammatory bowel disease; diseases of the gallbladder, pancreas and liver; endocrine problems, benign and malignant disease of the breast; swallowing disorders, and the surgical treatment of morbid obesity. Individuals within the division of general surgery have established national as well as international reputations for pioneering advances in the treatment of complex colorectal problems, fecal incontinence, advanced laparoscopic surgery, nutrition and the management of liver tumors.
Colon and Rectal SurgeryThe Department of Colon and Rectal Surgery specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the lower intestinal tract, including:
Organ TransplantOur renowned transplant team at McAllen Medical Center has a goal of serving the citizens of the region with the finest transplant care available. We have a strong foundation for transplantation programs in liver, kidney, kidney/pancreas, heart and lung.
Our approach to transplantation is unique and very effective. It involves a multi-disciplinary group of transplant physicians, anesthesiologists, pathologists, transplant nurses/coordinators, financial counselors, and social workers, all of whom specialize in transplantation. This comprehensive program includes thorough screening, thoughtful patient education and counseling, outstanding medical/surgical care, and individualized follow-up. This integrated approach ensures the highest level of care and has been instrumental in helping us achieve one of the finest outcome records in the nation. South Texas Transplant Center McAllen Medical Center and South Texas Health System refer patients with renal/kidney disease to South Texas Transplant Center for diagnoses and treatment. Vascular SurgeryVascular surgery is dedicated to the care of patients with disorders of the circulatory system. These disorders fall into two broad general disease processes known as atherosclerosis and thrombophlebitis, which affect the arterial and venous systems respectively.
In the past decade there have been numerous diagnostic and surgical technological advances such as: ultrasound enhancement, angioplasty, stenting devices, endoluminal bypasses, and improved imaging techniques. The vascular disease process involves multiple systems of the body. As such, the care of the vascular patient requires the combined efforts of the surgeon, radiologist and internist. The Department of Vascular Surgery is dedicated to providing the most up-to-date techniques in treating the vascular patient and is forging ahead in various areas of research to solve problems that only a few years ago were deemed unsolvable. Heart SurgeryClick here for more information on Cardiology/Heart Disease at McAllen Medical Center or visit www.mcallenhearthospital.com.
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