Eye surgery

sat in on was a bi-CABG surgery, which stands for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting. A CABG is a type of procedure that is done to improve the blood flow to a person’s heart. The second procedure that I got to sit in on was a laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair. A hiatal hernia is when a part of a person’s stomach pushes through the small opening of the diaphragm and into that person’s chest area. The laparoscopic, or also known as minimally invasive surgery, is a type of surgery that consists of…

methods of surgery in gynecologic oncology is the Laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgery technique. This method of surgery has many benefits, such as quicker recovery time, shorter hospital stay, less post-operative discomfort, and smaller scars (“What is Laparoscopic Surgery”). This surgery procedure is one of the safest for this type of oncology. While laparoscopy is one of the best surgical methods, it still has its limitations. These limitations can severely hinder surgeons during a…

do all that we can. Alternately, situations in which genetic enhancement are used are less beneficial than genetic therapy. For example, Meredith and Derek are having another child and they hope that their soon to be child, Bailey, is tall with blue eyes because they believe that those characteristics will help the child’s self-esteem. They seek…

went into surgery, although all surgeries have risks this was a very low risk surgery, I was just getting a fatty deposit removed from my lower leg. Even though it was a low risk surgery I was still very nervous, at this time I was only about 10 years old or so and had never had surgery before. Preparation for the surgery was simple, don't eat for 24 hours, and wash your body with special disinfecting soap that was given to me by the hospital a week or so prior. The night before surgery was…

As a student interested in medicine, I began to explore the various aspects of the field. I was first introduced to osteopathic medicine when I began shadowing a physician who specialized in the field of orthopedic surgery. My goal from this experience was to gain a better insight into the types of treatments osteopathic medicine provides for patients. While observing, I would often have discussions with the physician about what makes osteopathic medicine an intricate part of medical practices.…

Surgeon "An average surgeon has perfect eyes, a strong heart, and a delicate hand." Dr. John H. Sweetnam All surgeons need a strong heart because there is fierce competition in most fields of specialized surgery. Surgeons need perfect eyes to guide their hands through surgery. The job of a surgeon is very demanding and is not a perfect fit for everyone. A surgeon requires availability, physical stamina, and a doctoral degree with an internship. The environment of the workplace, either…

Orval spent seven weeks in the hospital. He is admitted by a urologist named Dr. Dennis Stanczyk for surgery called Transurethral Resection of the Prostate. Referred to as TURP, this surgery is to remove parts of his enlarged prostate gland through the penis. It is after he is admitted to St. Elizabeth Hospital that other more serious complications are discovered. Orval has lost the function of one kidney and has only 10% functioning of his other kidney. This is due to hardening of his arteries.…

Trauma Surgery Are you traumatized? A lot of people have had trauma, but a trauma surgeon can help. Trauma is a certain type of surgical specialty, there are many types of surgeons. Here are a few examples of different surgeons: Plastic surgeon, Orthopedic surgeons, Ophthalmology (eye) surgeon, Neurological surgeons, Gynecology Oncology surgeons, and last but not least Trauma surgeons. Trauma surgeons circle treatment of the most severe, life-threatening, penetrating and blunt force…

A person may start to become at a greater risk of developing vision problems as they age, and in this regard, cataracts is a fairly common issues that people can experience. This is essentially when the lens of the eye starts to become cloudy.While these vision problems can be treated, patients often have a very limited understanding about this condition. For patients that are suffering from cataracts, it is important to understand the following answers to questions about treating this vision…

is, until the baby gets their first surgery. After that, the moms and dads beg the adoption center for their babies back and they all live happily ever after. I understand why people are like this though. We are surrounded by beautiful people day in and day out and when we see a baby, it reminds us that once we too were as ugly as disgusting, drooling monsters. I have had 17 surgeries, so I only have one more surgery until I am perfect like everyone else. My eyes are perfectly round, my nose has…