Advanced surgical care
If you’ve been told you need surgical care, talk with one of our experienced surgeons at Ascension Via Christi General Surgery about minimally invasive surgery options and advanced surgical treatments. Your surgeon starts by listening to understand you and how you are feeling. And your surgeon answers all your questions – big and small. Then, we’ll work with you to create a customized surgical care plan that’s right for you.
When choosing a surgeon at Ascension Via Christi General Surgery, know that your surgeon is part of a national team of experienced specialists, sharing best practices – whether it’s an emergency, medically necessary or elective surgery. Your care team is highly trained in the latest minimally invasive surgery techniques using image-guided and robotic-assisted technology. Working together, we deliver comprehensive care for all your recovery and pain management needs.
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At Ascension Via Christi, we offer outpatient and inpatient surgical services:
- Abdominal surgery
- Bariatric surgery
- Breast surgery
- Cancer biopsy or tumor removal
- Colonoscopy or gastrointestinal procedures
- Gallbladder surgery
- Gynecologic surgery
- Hernia surgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Otolaryngology (ENT) surgery
- Pediatric surgery
- Podiatry (foot) surgery
- Urologic surgery
Benefits of choosing Ascension Via Christi
Your surgeon works with you and your doctor as one care team and stays connected throughout your care and recovery. Choosing Ascension Via Christi for your surgical care means:
- Highly experienced surgeons perform the latest surgical techniques in well-equipped surgery suites.
- Minimally invasive technology – including image-guided, endoscopic, laser, laparoscopic and robotic surgery are available on-site.
- Your care is coordinated from pre-operative testing and consultations to recovery.
- If you need additional imaging, lab testing, pharmacy or specialists, we’ll help connect the dots for your care.
- Access to personalized wound healing services, and rehabilitation and physical therapy after surgery, if needed.
Robotic-assisted surgery
For some procedures, robotic-assisted surgery may be an option. Robotic-assisted surgery also offers minimally invasive options, which may lead to a faster recovery, shorter hospital stay, and less scarring. Schedule a consultation with a surgeon to see what type of surgery is right for you.
Orthopedic surgery
The Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan orthopedics team is focused not just on offering treatment, but on caring for you throughout the healing process. We provide pre-procedure education, treatment from a highly qualified group of orthopedic professionals, and excellent rehabilitation care – all in one place.
Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan is the only facility in the area with a unit dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of joint replacement patients, and is rated among the top 10% in the country for joint replacement surgery.
Surgeries offered:
- Knee replacement
- Hip replacement
- Pre- and post-surgical care
- Pre-surgery class before procedure
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
Frequently asked questions
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How do I know if it's the right time to have surgery?
Talk to your surgeon about whether surgery is right for you. Here are three questions to consider asking your doctor:
- How might surgery help ease my pain or get rid of it?
- How might this procedure help improve how my body works and change daily life afterward?
- How might this surgical treatment help keep my condition from getting worse?
At Ascension Via Christi, you’ll have an entire team dedicated to your care. Your care team will explain the surgery, tell you if you may need to stay in the hospital overnight, and explain your follow-up care as part of your recovery care plan.
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What is a general surgeon?General surgeons are highly trained in the repair and reconstruction of wounds, bones, muscles and organs in the body. And they use minimally invasive techniques when possible to remove tumors and diseased tissue, and help shorten your recovery time.
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Will my doctor communicate with me while I am in surgery?At our surgery center, your healthcare representative (the family member or friend you have chosen to receive your healthcare information) is updated by your care team. When your procedure is complete, your surgeon will provide a verbal update on your condition.
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How will my family or caregiver know what to do after surgery?Talk with your doctor before your surgery about how to better prepare for your return home after surgery. When you are ready to go home after surgery, your care team talks with you and your healthcare representative about the care you will need after surgery. After surgery, a discharge plan with home instructions is provided to you and explained to your healthcare representative. We help you understand your pain management, wound care and dietary needs to help make your recovery as comfortable and safe as possible.