Minimally Invasive Surgery

One of the greatest trends in the history of surgery is the advent of minimally invasive techniques for a wide spectrum of procedures. In many cases, minimally invasive involves surgery without open incisions, often performed under local anesthesia and not requiring a hospital stay. For patients, this can translate into a better overall experience with less pain, a faster recovery and often lower operative risks. Because of the great benefits offered by such techniques, minimally invasive options challenge the standard of care for many conditions and, when equally safe and effective, should always be considered.