Minimally invasive surgery
Minimally invasive surgery is an effective surgical method that is less intrusive than traditional surgery. By using small incisions and instruments, we are able to create positive surgical outcomes that typically have minimal scarring, faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays.
Minimally invasive surgeries we offer
Our surgeons are skilled at performing a variety of minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgeries.
Minimally invasive surgical specialties
Our compassionate surgeons perform minimally invasive procedures in a variety of specialties, including:
- Cardiology
- Gastroenterology
- Cholecystectomy
- Colectomy
- Hernia surgery
- Gynecology
- Endometriosis resection
- Hysterectomy
- Oophorectomy
- Nephrology
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedics
- Lateral lumbar interbody fusion
- Lateral lumbar single position surgery (XLIF)
- Posterior cervical fusion
- Posterior lumbar interbody fusion
- Posterior thoracic fusion (PTF)
- Sacroiliac (Si) joint fusion
- Urology
- Cystectomy
- Nephrectomy
- Prostatectomy
- Pyeloplasty
- Repair of congenital blockages
- Repair of ureteral strictures
If you require more intensive surgical or postsurgical care, we may refer you to our sister facility, Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
Robot-assisted technology
Minimally invasive surgery is often accomplished with tiny incisions, using a robotic arm with attached miniature instruments and a high-definition 3D camera. With a magnified, 3D image of the surgical site continuously displayed throughout your procedure, your surgeon is able to control the robotic arm, having it translate their movements with increased precision and accuracy.
Benefits of robot-assisted surgeries may include:
- Faster recovery times
- Less discomfort
- Minimal scarring
- Shorter hospital stay