Bassam Helou, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Bassam Helou
Surgicalist
CLINIC LOCATIONS
Downtown Nashville
410 42nd Ave. North | Suite 400
Nashville, TN 37209
TEL 615.329.7887 FAX 615.340.4537
Mon – Fri 7:30am – 4:00pm
General Surgery
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School:
Nashville, TN
Residency:
Augusta, GA
General Surgery Blog in Nashville
How to Support Digestive Health After Bile Duct Surgery: Tips for a Smooth Recovery
If you had bile duct surgery, you might be wondering what happens next. This guide is here to help you understand what to eat, ways to move your body, and what to take to support digestive health. What is Bile and How Does it Work? Bile is a greenish-yellow fluid...
The Complete Guide to GERD: From Lifestyle Changes to Surgical Solutions
Key Takeaways GERD vs. Heartburn: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic, persistent condition, not just occasional heartburn. It is caused by a weak or dysfunctional valve, the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). A "Stepped-Care" Approach: Effective,...
How Reconstructive Plastic Surgery Improves Function, Aesthetics, and Mental Health
Reconstructive plastic surgery is a standard option medical providers offer to patients following a traumatic injury, congenital disability, or serious illness. This revolutionary surgery focuses on improving physical function and quality of life. The experts at The...
Common Questions About Thyroid Surgery
The thyroid is a gland in your endocrine system that is responsible for producing hormones and regulating your metabolism. When your thyroid isn’t functioning properly, it can cause a wide range of symptoms including fatigue, depression, digestive issues, weight gain,...
Understanding Adhesion Prevention: How Surgeons Minimize Postoperative Scar Tissue Formation
Postoperative adhesions, or scar tissue that forms after surgery, can lead to severe complications. Understanding adhesion prevention and how surgeons can minimize postoperative scar tissue formation is crucial for better patient outcomes. At The Surgical Clinic, we...
Why Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Means Faster Healing with Fewer Complications
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) means faster healing with fewer complications, and understanding the ins and outs of ERAS is important for improving patient outcomes. This article explains how ERAS works and the key benefits it offers, transforming surgical...