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Minimally invasive methods are used for most abdominal surgeries, gynecological procedures, orthopedic surgeries and even some neurosurgery.

The benefits of laparoscopic surgery in comparison to traditional open surgery:
• Shorter hospital stay
• Quicker recovery time
• Less pain and scarring

Both Drs. Boone and Higa say it's important to choose a surgeon who is board-certified in surgery and has extensive experience in minimally invasive surgery.

Some common questions you should ask your surgeon:
• Do you perform minimally invasive surgery?
• Are you board certified? Which board? Which state?
• How many laparoscopic surgeries have you performed over all?
• Have you received training in laparoscopic techniques?
• What have you seen in terms of patient outcomes with this procedure?
• What are the most common complications/risks with this procedure?
• Am I a candidate?
• How long is the recovery time?

For more information about laparoscopic surgery visit our medical library.

For more information about this topic, please e-mail or call us at (559) 459-6204.


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