Laparoscopic and Robotic surgery have revolutionized the field of abdominal and gastrointestinal surgery. Our surgeons with their specialized training in minimally invasive surgery use these techniques to to comprehensively treat our patients. Our surgeons are experts in treating a variety of GI problems including surgical problems of the: gallbladder, appendix, abdominal wall (hernias), stomach, small intestine, colon (large intestine), rectum, adrenal and esophagus (GERD-heartburn-Barrett’s).
Colorectal disease is an area of special interest for a couple of our surgeons. Colorectal surgery is a field dealing with the disorders of the colon (large intestine) , rectum and anus. Colorectal issues include colon cancer, rectal cancer, anal cancer, diverticulitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis), anal fissures and anal fistula. Surgical treatments include laparoscopic and robotic colectomy, colostomy, hemorrhoidectomy and fistulotomy.
Anorectal disease refers to illnesses of the anus and/or rectum. The most common ailments include hemorrhoids, anal fissures, anorectal abscesses and anal fistulas. Two of our surgeons specialize in treatment of these disorders. Most treatments can be done in our office or the outpatient setting.
Anti-reflux surgery is a treatment for acid reflux or GERD, a problem in which food or stomach contents come back up from your stomach into your esophagus. A hiatal hernia can make the GERD symptoms worse and is addressed at the same time. Our surgeons are the only surgeons in the Tampa, FL to offer all three FDA approved procedures : LINX procedure, TIF procedure and Laparoscopic/Robotic fundoplications.
Thoracic Surgery encompasses treatment of conditions affecting your lung or chest. Two of our Suncoast Surgical surgeons are board certified thoracic surgeons and are skilled in the latest surgical procedures for treating complex chest problems.