Improving Outlooks and Outcomes
General surgery refers not to routine procedures, but actually to the part of the body being treated, specifically the abdomen. These surgeries can range from minor to extremely complex, and can include exploratory, preventative or repair procedures.
At AdventHealth Winter Park, formerly Winter Park Memorial Hospital, we’re committed to offering our patients not just a wide array of surgical procedures in the compassionate, patient-centered atmosphere that has made us a hallmark of health care in Central Florida, but also the latest, most cutting-edge technologies available for these procedures.
Our team is comprised of dedicated, highly skilled surgeons, nurses and technicians who work together to deliver exceptional, specialized care. We perform both inpatient and outpatient same-day surgeries, as well as help individuals with chronic pain associated with injury or illness.
We’re here to help you find the right physician or a location that’s convenient for you.
Guiding You Back to Whole Health
- Your Specialized Surgical Team
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When you need surgical care, you should have a dedicated team by your side – guiding you through every step of the way. And that’s just who you’ll find here at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs. Our highly skilled surgeons manage every aspect of your care – working together from diagnosis to surgical procedure, recovery and rehabilitation.
Take comfort in our range of surgical expertise, including:
- Colorectal
- General
- Gynecological
- Orthopedic
- Thoracic
- Urology
- Vascular
You’ll also have access to a network of support staff, dedicated to connecting you to any resource you need along with your path to wellness.
- Surgical Procedures We Perform
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You want to get back home and back to your life as quickly as possible after a surgical procedure. We want that for you, too. That’s why, whenever possible, the surgical team at AdventHealth Altamonte Springs uses minimally invasive surgery techniques that reduce scarring, risk of infection, and recovery time. And when you need skill and expertise for complex procedures, we have that, too.
Surgical procedures we regularly perform include:
- Abdominoperineal resection
- Appendectomy
- Anti-reflux (GERD) surgery
- Biopsy
- Breast cancer surgery
- Central venous catheter
- Cholecystectomy
- Colectomy
- Colorectal cancer surgery
- Endoscopy
- Femoral hernia repair
- Gallbladder surgery
- Gastrectomy
- Gastrostomy
- Hernia surgery
- Incisional hernia
- Intestinal obstruction repair
- Laparoscopic Heller myotomy
- Laparoscopic hernia repair
- Laparoscopic removal
- Laparoscopy
- Laser surgery
- Liver surgery
- Lysis of adhesions
- Mastectomy
- Pyloroplasty
- Stomach surgery
- Thyroid surgery
Facing surgery can be daunting and stressful. We work hard to make sure you’re informed and comfortable throughout your treatment and recovery.
- Minimally Invasive Services
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You may remember back when surgery was called “going under the knife” and have visions of large scars from a surgery. But thanks to minimally invasive surgical techniques like Robotic Assisted Surgery or Laparoscopic Surgery, procedures can be performed with a less than one-inch incision – resulting in a more precise surgery and a quicker recovery for the patient.
General Surgery Services We Offer
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Abdominoperineal Resection
Surgery to remove the anus, the rectum and part of the sigmoid colon through an incision made in the abdomen
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Adrenal Gland Surgery
Surgery to remove the adrenal gland, which sits on top of the kidney
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Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery
A Nissen fundoplication, or laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication when performed via laparoscopic surgery, is a surgical procedure to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernia
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Appendectomy
The surgical removal of the appendix
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Breast Cancer Surgery
Surgical removal of cancer within the breast
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Biopsy
A biopsy is a surgical procedure to remove a small piece of tissue or cells from the body and viewed under a microscope. Samples are taken from tissue that appears to have an altered structure, which could be a tumor
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Central Venous Catheter
Also known as a central line, central venous line, or central venous access catheter is a catheter placed into a large vein. It is used to administer medication or fluids that are unable to be taken by mouth or would harm a smaller peripheral vein, obtain blood tests (specifically the "central venous oxygen saturation"), and measure central venous pressure
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Colectomy
Surgery to remove of all or part of the colon
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Colorectal Cancer Surgery
Any type of surgery to remove cancer from the intestines and surrounding tissue
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Esophageal Surgery
Surgery on the esophagus to help with GERD, heartburn, Barrett’s Esophagus, or an Esophageal ulcer
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Exploratory Diagnostic Surgery
A minimally invasive procedure in which a small camera is inserted into the abdomen to view the organs to achieve a previously unexplained diagnosis
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Femoral Hernia Repair
A procedure that treats a hernia that develops in the groin or upper thigh area
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Gallbladder Surgery
The surgical removal of the gallbladder – also known as Cholecystectomy
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Gastrectomy
The surgical removal of part or all of the stomach due to bleeding, polyps, tumors or cancer
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Gastrostomy
A procedure that involves inserting a tube through the skin into the stomach in order to provide food or relieve pressure
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Hernia Surgery
A surgical procedure used to repair a bulging of internal organs or tissues through the wall that holds it in place such as in the abdomen or groin
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Incisional Hernia
The procedure involves the placement of a mesh inside the abdomen without abdominal wall reconstruction. The mesh is fixed with sutures, staples, or tacks
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Intestinal Obstruction Repair
There are several treatments that include the following: surgery, stent, gastronomy tube and medicines
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Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy
A non-invasive procedure that uses a laparoscope to open the muscle between the esophagus and stomach to enable normal eating and swallowing
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Laparoscopic Surgery
A minimally invasive form of surgery that uses small surgical instruments passed through tiny incisions in the abdominal wall
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Laparoscopic Removal
Laparoscopic surgery in which organs or tissues are removed such as a laparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic oophorectomy, laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, laparoscopic appendectomy or laparoscopic surgery to remove stomach tumors
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Laparoscopy
A minimally invasive surgical procedure in which a fiber-optic instrument is inserted through the abdominal wall to view the organs in the abdomen, operate or perform a diagnostic procedure
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Laser Surgery
A non-invasive surgery that uses a specific beam of light to remove a tumor, wart, lesion, mole, scar, tattoo or wrinkles
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LINX System
A laparoscopic surgery in which a small band is placed at the base of the esophagus to help treat GERD
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Liver Surgery
A surgical procedure used to remove or replace damaged, diseased or cancerous tissue in the liver
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Lysis of Adhesions
Lysis of adhesions is a surgical procedure that removes this soft scar tissue to treat a complication or to prevent a future problem involving two intersecting muscles, tissues, joints, tendons, and/ or organs
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Mastectomy
The surgical removal of one or both breasts, usually to treat breast cancer
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Pancreas Surgery
A Surgery that involves a removal of a part, or all of the pancreas
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Pyloroplasty
Pyloroplasty is surgery to widen the opening in the lower part of the stomach (pylorus) so that stomach contents can empty into the small intestine (duodenum)
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Robotic Assisted Surgery
A minimally invasive surgery in which your surgeon uses a robotic system with small instruments that pass through the abdominal wall
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Stomach Surgery
A surgical procedure used to remove part or all of a damaged or diseased stomach
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Thyroid Surgery
A surgical procedure used to treat a variety of thyroid conditions including overactive thyroid glands, enlarged thyroid glands and cancerous and benign thyroid nodules
Just a Click Away
If you need surgery, finding the right doctor is the first step to feeling whole again. Your path to good health starts at AdventHealth Winter Park, formerly Winter Park Memorial Hospital.
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When You Need It
- General Surgery Procedures
- Laparoscopic Procedures
- Robotic Surgical Options (Using the da Vinci® Surgical System)
- Single-site General Surgery
Better Care. Constant Support.
Our multidisciplinary care team will be here for you before, during, and after your procedure. And we’ll do whatever we can to support your recovery, including connecting you with the community resources, local support groups, and wellness programs that can help you continue to feel better long after you leave our surgery center. At AdventHealth Tampa, we do more than just help heal your body; we also aim to ease your mind, lift your spirit, and get you back to whole health as soon as possible.