Surgery

We use robot technology to perform complicated surgeries with minimally invasive techniques. This involves the use of smaller tools and incisions, enabling better clinical outcomes compared to conventional methods. Potential benefits associated with robot-assisted surgery include:

• Fewer days with a chest tube in place
• Less blood loss
• Reduced pain
• Reduced rates of complications
• Shorter hospital stays

Bariatric surgery may be an option for individuals who need help managing their body weight. Our compassionate weight loss specialists can determine whether you qualify for surgery and recommend the best treatment plan to help you reach your wellness goals. We offer the following procedures:

• Roux-en-Y gastric bypass — This surgical procedure creates a small stomach pouch, allowing food to bypass a portion of the small intestines.
• Gastric band — During this procedure, surgeons place a band around the upper portion of the stomach, creating a pouch that can only hold a small amount of food.
• Sleeve gastrectomy — Surgeons remove a portion of the stomach, leaving behind a thin vertical sleeve approximately the size of a banana.

In our surgical oncology unit, procedures are performed to remove cancerous tumors and affected organs. One common surgery is nephrectomy to remove a kidney.

Hidden-scar breast cancer surgery

In some breast cancer surgeries, surgeons can create discreet incisions to minimize scar visibility post-procedure. Eligibility for this type of operation is based on tumor size, location, breast shape and size.

Lung cancer surgery

Robotic surgical techniques can be used to treat non-small cell lung cancer.

We offer alternatives to traditional cardiovascular procedures, including:

• Heart valve repair or replacement
• Multi-vessel coronary artery bypass
• Pacemaker implantation

Colorectal surgery may be a recommended solution to treat rectum, anus and colon conditions like colon cancer and Crohn's disease. We offer the following procedures:

• Colectomy — During this procedure, our surgical team removes all or part of the colon.
• Low anterior resection — This operation results in the removal of the rectum and attachment of the colon to the anus.

GI surgery may be performed to treat conditions affecting the upper portion of the GI tract. This includes the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine past the stomach). Types of GI surgeries include:

• Hernia removal
• Ileocecal resection — Our surgical team removes the cecum, which may be done to treat inflammatory bowel disease.
• Partial or full removal of an organ, such as an appendectomy

Our gynecology program offers comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options in a highly supportive environment. We perform surgery for reproductive tract cancers and complex benign gynecologic conditions. Some of these procedures are:

• Endometriosis resection — This surgical procedure treats a condition in which the tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
• Gynecologic oncology surgery — During this operation, surgeons remove cancerous tissue from the cervix, uterus, endometrium and/or ovaries.
• Hysterectomy — A hysterectomy is used to remove all or part of the uterus.
• Myomectomy — During a myomectomy, our surgical team removes uterine fibroids, which are benign tumors originating in the uterus
• Reproductive endocrinology surgery — This surgery is for conditions related to reproductive hormones, such as infertility and menopause.
• Urogynecologic surgery — This procedure is performed to treat pelvic prolapse of the uterus, cervix, bladder or vagina.

Our neuroscience and spine institute provides individualized neurological care for brain, spine and nerve conditions. Our neurosurgeons, alongside other neuroscience professionals, use innovative surgical technologies to treat injuries and illnesses affecting the central nervous system, like a cerebrovascular accident (stroke).

We surgically diagnose and treat orthopedic injuries and conditions, including those affecting the spine. Image-guided, minimally invasive procedures are available for joint replacements. We also offer rehabilitation programs as part of your ongoing care following surgery.

Our orthopedic procedures include:

• Hip replacements
• Knee replacements
• Shoulder replacements
• Spine surgery

Pediatric surgery is available at many of our hospitals in the Austin and central Texas area. However, our pediatric hospital has a dedicated inpatient unit for children.

We are proud to offer dedicated inpatient services including:

• Cardiology
• Emergency care, including a kids-only emergency room (ER)
• Neurology
• Orthopedics
• Radiology
• Surgery, along with an operating room exclusively for children
• Urology

Urologic surgeons can treat a variety of conditions affecting the urinary system and male reproductive system, such as cancer. Urology procedures we offer include:

• Cystectomy — This procedure removes all or part of the bladder.
• Pyeloplasty — A pyeloplasty is a form of surgical reconstruction to drain and decompress the kidney.
• Nephrectomy — During this procedure, our surgical team removes one or both kidneys.
• Prostatectomy — This operation results in the removal of all or part of the prostate.

Surgeons at our hospitals specialize in a wide range of specialties. This ensures we can offer complete care for any illness or injury. Our additional surgical specialties include:

• Ear, nose and throat surgery
• Eye surgery
• Head and neck surgery
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery