General surgery may sound intimidating, but for many patients, it’s the moment where pain is relieved, conditions are treated and quality of life is restored. With compassionate, personalized care and advanced techniques, St. Elizabeth helps patients feel supported and confident from their first conversation through recovery.
Hot summer weather can intensify circulation symptoms such as leg pain, swelling, cramping and heaviness. Understanding why heat affects blood flow and knowing when symptoms signal a more serious issue can help you stay active and avoid complications.
Men often adapt to urinary symptoms instead of addressing them, not realizing effective treatment options are available. Learn the common causes of urinary problems and the advanced care options designed to help men feel more comfortable and confident.
Robotic-assisted hysterectomy offers women a minimally invasive surgical option that supports faster recovery and less disruption to daily life. Using advanced technology, gynecologic surgeons at St. Elizabeth can treat common conditions with smaller incisions, less pain and a quicker return to normal activities.
Spring is a natural time to reassess your health, especially if chronic knee pain is limiting your daily activities or sleep. Understanding the signs of advanced joint damage can help you decide when it may be time to talk with a provider about knee replacement and take the next step toward improved mobility and comfort.
Understanding your risk for diverticulitis, a common colon condition is a strong step in focusing on your gut health. Learning the symptoms, risk factors and prevention strategies can help protect your digestive health and prevent future complications.
When it comes to hernia repair, patients today have more options than ever before—thanks to advancements in robotic-assisted surgery. Dr. Audrey Ertel, a General Surgeon at St. Elizabeth is helping patients recover faster and feel better with this innovative approach. “A hernia occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall,” explains Dr. Ertel. “We …
Robotic surgery is revolutionizing the field of general surgery, offering patients and surgeons new possibilities for safer, less invasive and more precise procedures. At St. Elizabeth, the adoption of cutting-edge technology like the da Vinci 5 Surgical System has positioned the region as a leader in robotic-assisted surgery, with more than 25,000 robot-assisted procedures performed since 2009. Dr. Michael McAndrew, …
As the calendar winds toward December, many people focus on holiday plans, shopping and year-end deadlines. But for those who’ve been putting off elective surgery, now can be a great time to act. At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, you can schedule many surgery procedures close to home, avoid travel hassles and make the most of your insurance benefits before they reset. This …
