It is important to seek emergency care if you are experiencing symptoms of appendicitis, a condition where the appendix, a small organ in your abdomen, becomes swollen or inflamed which can lead to symptoms like sharp pain in your lower right abdomen, fever, nausea, or vomiting. If left untreated, the appendix can burst which can be life-threatening.

Appendectomy, the procedure used to remove the appendix, is a common general surgery procedure and can be performed using open surgery or minimally invasive techniques. Physicians on the medical staff at Texas Health can assess your symptoms and determine the most appropriate type of surgical intervention.

Texas Health is dedicated to prevention and advanced treatment of breast cancer and breast disease. Offering a multidisciplinary approach to caring for patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer, physicians on the medical staff at a Texas Health hospital offer care plans that are individualized to each patients' unique needs.

If medication, diet, or lifestyle changes fail to improve hormone imbalances in the body, surgery may be recommended. Endocrine surgery targets different endocrine glands to address disorders or tumors that affect hormone production and regulation. Common types of endocrine surgery include:

• Thyroidectomy
• Parathyroidectomy
• Adrenalectomy
• Pancreatic surgery
• Pituitary surgery

Depending on the location and size of the gland or tumor, endocrine surgery can be performed using robotic, minimally invasive, or open surgical techniques. A surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health will work with you to develop a care plan that aims to improve overall health and restore quality of life.

Gallbladder disease is most commonly caused by gallstones, which can lead to severe abdominal pain, nausea, and other symptoms. In some cases medication can be used to dissolve the gallstones, but surgery may be recommended to remove the gallbladder, a procedure called a cholecystectomy, which can be performed using minimally invasive or robotic surgery techniques.

Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that can cause discomfort, itching, or bleeding. Most hemorrhoids are treatable with over-the-counter medications, diet, or lifestyle changes, but in some cases your physician might recommend surgery to remove a hemorrhoid.

The two most common surgical approaches to remove hemorrhoids are rubber band litigation, typically performed in an outpatient setting or during a colonoscopy, and hemorrhoidectomy, using minimally invasive techniques. Your surgeon will evaluate your condition and determine the most appropriate approach to care.

A hernia occurs when there is a weakness or opening in the abdominal wall that causes the intestine to bulge through the muscle. There are many types of hernia and the surgical procedure used to correct it depends on the type and severity of the hernia.

Your surgeon will work with you to determine the most appropriate technique to repair the hernia which can include robotic surgery, laparoscopic/minimally invasive surgery, or open surgery.

In addition to caring for common hernias, surgeons on the medical staff at Texas Health have the experience and expertise to care for more complex hernias. The specific approach used to repair your hernia depends on its complexity. Open and minimally invasive surgical techniques can be used to repair or reconstruct the abdominal wall to restore function, strengthen the abdominal muscle, and prevent the hernia from returning. Surgeons on the medical staff will assess each patient’s individual condition and develop a care plan for you.

A hysterectomy can be both a physical and emotional medical decision that you make with your physician. Texas Health offers innovative, minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical options for total or partial hysterectomies. The surgical technique utilized to perform the procedure depends on factors like condition and medical history. A surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health will help you make informed decisions and determine the most appropriate procedure that aligns with your unique health needs.

Bariatric surgery is a surgical procedure that makes changes to the digestive system to help you lose weight. The are various types of bariatric surgeries each accomplish weight reduction in different ways and can often be done through minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques.

Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive technique where a specially trained surgeon uses a robotic surgical system to assist them during a procedure. Instead of a large incision used in traditional open surgery, a single small incision or a few small incisions can be made, similar to laparoscopic surgery. During a procedure, the surgeon will sit at a console and control a 3D camera and the robotic arms that hold surgical instruments while viewing the surgical site on a monitor. Robotic surgery allows for more complex surgical procedures to be performed minimally invasively, providing surgeons with enhanced vision, precision, and control.

Patient benefits of robotic surgery may include reduced trauma to the body, shorter hospital stays, reduced blood loss, less post-operative pain and discomfort, less risk of infection and less scarring.

Minimally invasive surgery, also known as laparoscopy or laparoscopic surgery, is effective for many routine general surgery procedures. Using this technique, a surgeon will make a few small incisions instead of one large incision and insert a tiny camera to guide the operation while viewing the inside of the body on a video monitor. Benefits of minimally invasive procedures can include shorter recovery time, less pain after surgery, and smaller scarring compared to traditional open surgeries.

Open surgery refers to a traditional surgical procedure where a large incision is made to access the surgical site. Open surgery is commonly used for complex procedures when minimally invasive surgery is not an option.

Endoscopy is commonly used for a wide variety of diagnostic screening and can be used to perform some minimally invasive procedures as well. During an endoscopy, a long, thin, flexible tube with a light and small camera on the end is insert inside the body through an opening or small incision and the images are displayed on a screen for the surgeon to view.

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth earned accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery, which recognizes the hospital’s commitment to high quality patient care and safety. For patients undergoing common or complex robotic procedures including general, colorectal, gynecological, thoracic, and urologic surgeries, this accreditation emphasizes a dedication to surgical training, education, and advancement.

SRC also recognizes surgeons on the medical staff at Texas Health Fort Worth as Accredited Surgeons of Excellence in Robotic Surgery for completing additional training and program requirements.

Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth earned accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery, which recognizes the hospital’s high standard of quality patient care and safety. Texas Health Fort Worth was the first hospital in North Texas accredited as a Center of Excellence in Hernia Surgery.

SRC also recognizes surgeons on the medical staff at Texas Health Fort Worth as Accredited Surgeons of Excellence in Hernia Surgery for completing additional training and program requirements.