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THE TEAM

FAQS

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  • Which surgical procedures are performed at Phoenix Medical Centre?
    Abdominoplasty Amputation limb (removal of entire limb) Axillary Node Dissection Biopsies (breast) Circumcision (removal of fore skin) Colonoscopy (viewing of colon) Excision (Cyst, Mass, Tumor, Lipoma, Keloid, ganglia, pilonidal) Excision of Hidradenitis Examination Under Anesthesia Fistulectomy (Fistulous tract is cut out) Fasciotomy (fascia is cut) Hemorrhoidectomy (hemorrhoid removal) Hydrocelectomy (removal of fluid around testicle) Incision and drainage (Abscess) Inguinal Repair Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) Laparoscopic Hernia Laparoscopic Ventral, Umbilical, Epigastric, Inguinal Hernioplasty (hernia repair) Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy (internal anal sphincter muscle is loosening) Open Inguinal, Ventral, Umbilical, Epigastric Hernioplasty (Hernia Repair) Port Insertion Port Removal Repair of Incisional Hernia Mastectomy- Gynecomastia (male breast removal) Mastectomy- Sub Q (breast removal) Partial Mastectomy (partial breast removal) Saphenofemoral Ligation Skin Graft Sigmoidoscopy (exam of sigmoid) Simple Mastectomy (breast removal) Thoracentesis (remove fluid from pleural space) Upper Endoscopy/EGD (scoping of upper digestive tract) Vein stripping or therapy (excise of vein or saline injection) Wound Debridement Wound-Vac Application
  • What are the benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery?
    Minimal Scarring Minimal Pain Low Blood Loss Fast Recovery Short hospital stay High patient satisfaction
  • Is there pre-admission testing?
    Tests are performed several days prior to the day of your surgery. Your physician and the support staff at Phoenix Medical Centre will instruct you regarding the date and time for pretesting to be done.
  • Are there pre-admission requirements?
    Please remove all nail polish. Please remove all makeup. Please do not bring any valuables or jewelry with you. Please bathe or shower the night before or the morning of your surgery. Please refrain from smoking on the day of your surgery. Please refrain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages.
  • What happens on the day of your procedure?
    On the day that your procedure is scheduled, you go directly to Phoenix Medical Centre. An anesthesiologist will interview you before surgery if you are having general, spinal or monitored anesthesia (twilight sedation). You will discuss questions regarding your anesthesia experience and use of medications and drugs.
  • What is the cost of a procedure?
    Prices varies depending if you are using medical insurance or paying out-of-pocket.
  • Do you offer laboratory/imaging services?
    Yes we sure do!
  • Do you perform surgery on Saturdays?
    Sure we do! A Saturday surgical procedures are soley provided by request and is based on availibility. Make contact with our office to schedule a Saturday Surgical Procedure.
  • How quickly can a procedure be confirmed?
    There are a number of required protocols and steps that must be taken before your procedure is confirmed such as precertifications etc... Once completed your procedure is scheduled the following day.
  • Do you offer payment plans?
    Yes, payment plan options are available at our office. Contact the office for further details.
  • What specializations do your doctor(s) carry?
    There is a General Surgeon, specialized in gastroenterology and laparoscopic procedures.
  • What medical insurances do you accept?
    All major medical insurance companies are excepted including international insurance coverages.
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