by The Surgical Clinic | Nov 15, 2019 | Oncology
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Part 1: What is it? Known as the world’s toughest cancer, pancreas cancer ranks in the top five most dangerous types of cancer including lung, breast, and colon cancer. This cancer develops and grows in the cells of the pancreas and... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Oct 31, 2019 | Foot & Ankle
Here at The Surgical Clinic, we know the link between diabetes and your feet. We hope this article will help you understand how important taking care of your feet is when you have diabetes. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a lifelong chronic disease that is caused by... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Oct 15, 2019 | Breast Cancer, Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
Every year, October 1st marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month is important because breast cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer among women. At The Surgical Clinic, our expert surgeons specialize in helping patients with breast cancer.... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Sep 30, 2019 | News, Vascular Surgery
Overview – PAD Awareness The first step for increased PAD awareness is understanding the disease. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common circulatory disease in which fatty plaque builds up in the arteries causing the reduction of blood flow to your head,... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Sep 16, 2019 | General Surgery, News, Vascular Surgery
Robotic surgery is the newest form of minimally invasive surgery. With more surgical robots being produced, their benefits are becoming more available to patients. One innovative device in particular is the da Vinci® Surgical System. Specifically, this system allows... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Aug 30, 2019 | Oncology
With an average of over 50,000 cases of thyroid cancer reported every year, it’s a good thing that September raises awareness worldwide. A variety of health risks can stem from your thyroid and potentially lead to cancer. Here at The Surgical Clinic, our thyroid... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Aug 15, 2019 | Vascular Surgery
TCAR – A New, Less-invasive Procedure For Patients At Risk Of A Stroke Recently at The Surgical Clinic, we began offering a new procedure for our patients who showed signs of a stroke. Many have experienced the benefits of this less invasive carotid artery... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Jul 30, 2019 | Vascular Surgery
What are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms? Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) are blood-filled balloon-like bulges that grow slowly over time. AAA’s in particular, happen in a part the of your aorta that runs through your abdomen. The aorta is the largest artery in your... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Jul 16, 2019 | Oncology
Surgeons know that the vast majority of cases of colon cancer occur in individuals over the age of 50. In fact, statistics suggest that over 90 percent of colon cancer cases occur in those over 50, and about 60 percent of colon cancer cases occur in those over 70.... 
by The Surgical Clinic | Jul 9, 2019 | General Surgery
Thyroid issues are not uncommon, and many people need surgery on the thyroid. Whether you need to have surgery because of cancer or you have issues with your metabolism, you likely have questions. This guide will answer some questions people have when they learn they...