Conditions and surgery

 Hernias are common in the groin and other areas of the abdomen, such as near the belly button. Different medical terms describe the affected areas: inguinal and femoral hernias occur in the groin, while umbilical and paraumbilical hernias are found near the belly button. Epigastric and ventral hernias appear in other areas on the front of the abdomen. Hernias typically cause a visible lump and may lead to pain. We can discuss options for repairing your hernia, including keyhole or open surgery.

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 Gallstones can cause severe pain and significantly affect your quality of life. We perform gallbladder removal surgery, known as cholecystectomy. For most patients, this procedure can be done using a keyhole approach. 

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 Acid reflux affects 1 in 5 adults weekly. It can usually be managed with lifestyle changes and medication. However, for some individuals, anti-reflux surgery can provide effective symptom relief. We can evaluate your condition to determine if you may benefit from this surgery. The procedure involves keyhole surgery to repair a hiatus hernia, if present, and create an anti-reflux valve using the upper part of the stomach, known as a fundoplication. 

We offer upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy services, also known as gastroscopy or OGD, which stands for "Oesophago-Gastro-Duodenoscopy." We use endoscopy primarily as a diagnostic tool to help identify the causes of various symptoms. Additionally, we perform endoscopic treatments, such as balloon dilation, to open up narrow areas caused by scar tissue.

Endoscopy can be done using throat spray alone or with both throat spray and sedation. You can read more about upper GI endoscopy in an article written by Ben by clicking here.