Surgery 101

Surgery may be performed to: relieve or prevent pain, reduce symptoms, improve function, locate and remove a problem, or repair internal damage. As our knowledge of the physical body expands, and as technology progresses, procedures that once required a large opening can now be performed through a small incision. Advanced imagery allows surgeons to pinpoint problem areas more specifically, causing less overall disruption to the body. Recovery continues to become shorter and more comfortable. 

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Providence Health's skilled team of surgeons are constantly reviewing the latest techniques and using the newest technology so that patients can receive the most up-to-date medical advances. 

Our surgical services include: 

• General Surgery
• Bariatric Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Outpatient Surgery
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Thoracic (heart surgery)

Having Surgery? Here are some questions to ask your surgery team before the procedure:

Getting comfortable with surgery is easier when you understand why you need a procedure. Don't hesitate to ask the surgeon questions, and consider bringing a friend or family member to help you remember the answers. If you don't understand something that is said, ask the surgeon to explain more clearly. 

• What is the surgery? Why should I get it now?
• How will the surgery affect my health and lifestyle?
• What kind of anesthesia will be used? What are the side effects and risks of this anesthesia?
• Will I be in pain? How long will the pain last?
• When will I be able to go home after the surgery?
• What will the recovery be like? How long will it take to feel better?
• What will happen if I don't have the surgery?
• Is there anything else I should know about this surgery?

Need help finding a surgeon? Call 800-424-DOCS. We can help.