Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s general surgery team is
among the best in the region, providing state-of-the-art surgical treatments
along with compassionate care. Offering services to communities throughout
Southwestern Indiana, our surgical team provides care to both Memorial
Hospital patients and visiting patients of referring physicians.
Schedule an appointment by calling Memorial Surgical Associates at (812) 996-6580.
Types of General Surgery
There are a variety of surgical options provided at Memorial Hospital and
Health Care Center. If your road back to health requires surgery, our
surgical teams are committed to providing high-quality care in a safe,
compassionate, and comfortable environment. MHHCC's expert surgeons, anesthesia
providers, and nursing staff offer comprehensive care. Surgery may be
performed using conventional, minimally invasive techniques or robotic-assisted
technology. Many surgeries can be performed on an outpatient basis - meaning
you return home the same day as your procedure. When you do require a
hospital stay, we offer large private rooms and an experienced, empathetic
staff to help you recover as quickly as possible.
You can rest assured that your referred surgeon will be highly experienced
and accomplished in their field, with team members specializing in the
following surgical procedures and more:
Breast Surgery
Breast surgery is an important treatment option for those who have been
diagnosed with breast cancer or other malignant conditions surrounding
the breast. There are a few different breast surgery treatments your surgeon
may recommend based on the severity of your symptoms, including the following:
Mastectomy
Sentinel node biopsy
Lumpectomy
Needle localization
Breast conservation surgery
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominal surgery is a medical procedure that involves making an incision
into the abdomen, in order to access and treat various internal organs.
These surgeries can range from simple procedures to more complex ones,
depending on the condition that needs to be treated. Common conditions
that require abdominal surgery include appendicitis, hernias, ulcers,
and tumors. Your surgeon may recommend any of the following procedures
depending on your condition:
Colon and rectal cancer Surgery
Gastric (stomach) surgery
Small bowel surgery
Peritoneal dialysis catheter placement/removal
Feeding tube placement/removal
Surgery to treat gastric reflux
Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
Appendectomy (appendix removal)
Splenectomy
Abdominal wall hernia repair
Umbilical hernia repair
Incisional hernia repair
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Minimally invasive procedures refer to medical procedures that are performed
with small incisions or no incisions at all. These methods involve the
use of advanced technology such as endoscopy, infrared imaging, robotic
arms, and cameras, all of which allow doctors to perform surgery without
having to make large incisions. Minimally invasive procedures have a number
of advantages, including a lower risk of infection, less pain and scarring,
faster recovery times, and reduced costs. They also allow doctors to access
hard-to-reach areas more easily and with greater precision. Some of the
minimally invasive procedures we offer include:
Laparoscopic appendectomy
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
Laparoscopic hernia repair
DaVinci robotic hernia repair
DaVinci robotic cholecystectomy
DaVinci robotic bowel resection
Hemorrhoid Surgery
Hemorrhoid surgery is a type of medical procedure that can be used to treat
and relieve the uncomfortable symptoms associated with painful and enlarged
hemorrhoids. These procedures aim to reduce pain, bleeding, and itching
caused by these swollen veins. Recovery time varies depending on individual
circumstances, but generally takes 2-4 weeks before the patient can resume
activities like sitting and walking. Options include:
Banding
Traditional or stapling procedures
Skin and Lymphatic Surgery
These forms of surgery seek to improve the skin’s overall appearance
and function by removing any tumors, cysts, and scars, as well as restoring
structure following trauma or burns. Additionally, these procedures aim
to reduce inflammation caused by swelling or cancerous cells within the
lymphatic system. Skin and lymphatic surgery options may include:
Incision and drainage of abscess
Excision of skin cancer/melanoma
Skin grafts
Pilonidal cyst excision
Lymph node biopsy
Lymph node excision
Hidradenitis excision
Excision of lipoma (fatty tumor)
Laser removal of condyloma
Amputations
Amputation revision
Vascular Access Surgery
Vascular access surgery is a procedure used to create an entry point into
a patient's vein. The purpose of this procedure is to allow medical professionals
to directly administer medications or fluids and access blood for testing
purposes. Vascular access surgeries also include procedures that can help
repair or reconstruct veins that have been blocked or damaged due to various
medical conditions. Procedures include:
Port placement/removal
Dialysis access (AV Fistula/Graft)
Providing Exceptional General Surgery Services in Jasper
At Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, we are proud to provide patients
with comprehensive and compassionate surgical care. Our team is here to
provide individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of each patient.
We understand that each patient's journey is unique, and our general surgeons
will create a path to wellness that fits your specific needs.
