Laparoscopic Surgery

Progressive Surgical Care

Colorectal Surgeons & General Surgery located in New Hyde Park, NY & Howard Beach, NY

If you’re facing surgery, you may be a candidate for laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive approach that offers a quicker recovery, less pain, and smaller scars compared with traditional methods. At Progressive Surgical Care, with offices in Flushing, Forest Hills, New Hyde Park, Long Island, and Howard Beach, Queens, New York, the team of expert surgeons specializes in laparoscopic techniques for an array of conditions. Whether it’s for a hernia, gallbladder removal, or cancer, we’re here to guide you through your options. Call or click online to learn how laparoscopic surgery could be the right choice for you.

What is laparoscopic surgery?

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses small incisions to perform procedures inside your body. Traditional surgery often requires large incisions, but laparoscopic surgery only requires small cuts that are usually less than half an inch.

The procedure gets its name from a tool called a laparoscope, a thin tube with a light and high-definition camera attached. Your Progressive Surgical Care PLLC surgeon inserts the laparoscope through one of the tiny incisions to magnify your internal organs on a screen in real time. The surgeon then uses another small incision to steer the specialized instruments into place to perform the surgery.

What are the benefits of laparoscopic surgery?

Compared with more invasive traditional surgery, there are many benefits to choosing laparoscopic surgery instead, including:

Smaller incisions: Results in less pain, minimal scarring, and a reduced risk of infection.

Faster recovery: You can likely return home the same day or the next day after your surgery. Recovery time is also quicker, and you can return to your daily routine faster.

Less blood loss: The smaller incisions typically equate to less blood loss during the procedure.

With minuscule incisions, your risk for complications is also greatly reduced.

When is laparoscopic surgery performed?

Progressive Surgical Care's experienced surgeons perform laparoscopic surgery at their offices, which are also state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery centers.

Depending on your needs, your provider may schedule your procedure at a partner facility like St. Francis Hospital in Flower Hill of Roslyn or any of the Northwell Health facilities, including the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens and North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset.

The team uses laparoscopic surgery to treat a range of health conditions, including:

Hernias
Gallstones or gallbladder removal
Acid reflux
Diverticulitis
Inflammatory bowel disease
Colon polyps or tumors
Appendicitis
Gastric tumors
Cancerous tissue

When precision is needed, laparoscopic surgery is an excellent option. Your surgical team will consult with you to determine whether you’re a good candidate and outline what to expect before, during, and after the surgery.

Call today with any questions you have or to schedule an appointment. You can also book online at your convenience.

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