Surgery
Surgery is a branch of medicine that involves treating diseases or injuries by adjusting or removing organs, tissues or bones. Surgery includes both necessary procedures, like cardiac surgery, or elective procedures, such as joint replacement.
Surgical care in Summerville, South Carolina
We provide you with compassionate care and unwavering support during your wellness journey.
At Summerville Medical Center, your health is our top priority. Our dedicated surgeons work closely with you and your family to ensure you receive the proper resources and treatment.
Text updates during surgery
Your family can receive updates during your procedure via text message. This service is designed to support your family and help them receive information as quickly as possible.
Your family can receive updates during your procedure via text message. This service is designed to support your family and help them receive information as quickly as possible.
Conditions we treat through surgery
We want you to receive the best care available for your unique health needs. If surgery is part of your care plan, it may help to know our surgeons are experienced in treating many conditions, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Colon cancer
- Breast cancer
- Endometriosis
- Heart disorders
- Gynecologic problems
- Joint problems
- Neurological disorders
- Lung cancer
- Obesity
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Rectum cancer
- Spine disorders
- Urinary incontinence
- Urogynecological issues
Our surgical treatments and services
Our board-certified surgeons offer expert inpatient and outpatient surgical care that is tailored to fit your needs.t can provide a reinforcing statement.
Surgical specialties we offer
We provide many specialized surgical procedures, including:
- Bariatric surgery
- General surgery
- Heart surgery
- Lung surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Reflux surgery
- Surgical oncology
- Spine surgery
- Trauma surgery
- Urology surgery
- Vascular surgery
- Women's health surgery
General surgery
General surgery focuses on procedures affecting the abdomen, head, breasts, neck and digestive tract, though general surgical procedures may also be performed on other parts of the body. Our general surgeons specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries and provide you with expert, specialized care.
Pediatric surgery
Our pediatric team is staffed by fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric surgeons with experience in several subspecialties. All our pediatric surgeries are performed in a child-friendly environment to help your child feel more at ease prior to their procedure.
Minimally invasive surgery
Our robot-assisted surgeries can help you recover as quickly and as fully as possible. Minimally invasive robotic surgery provides our surgeons with detailed guidance, enabling them to be more precise during the procedure. Additionally, robotic surgery typically results in:
- Faster recovery times
- Minimal scarring
- Reduced pain and need for postsurgical pain medication
Preparing for your surgery
We provide plenty of information and resources to help you prepare for your procedure, including information regarding registration, scheduling and financial arrangements.