General Surgery

United Regional offers a full range of general surgery services using advanced techniques, including open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery, when appropriate. Our surgeons focus on safe, effective care designed to support faster recovery and better outcomes.

Abdominal Surgery

Our abdominal surgery services treat conditions affecting the stomach, intestines, gallbladder, and related organs.

• Appendectomy
• Cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)
• Small bowel resection
• Colon resection or colectomy (right, left, or sigmoid)
• Diverticulitis surgery
• Lysis of adhesions
• Exploratory laparotomy or laparoscopy
• Gastric surgery for ulcer disease or obstruction
• Antireflux surgery, including the LINX procedure
• Feeding tube placement
• Splenectomy

Anorectal Surgery

Our surgeons provide care for common and complex anorectal conditions.

• Hemorrhoidectomy
• Treatment of anal fissures, including sphincterotomy
• Fistulotomy or fistula repair
• Perirectal abscess drainage
• Pilonidal cyst excision

Breast Surgery

Our breast surgery services support both diagnostic and treatment needs.

• Breast biopsy (core needle or excisional)
• Lumpectomy (partial mastectomy)
• Mastectomy (simple or modified radical)
• Sentinel lymph node biopsy
• Axillary lymph node dissection
• Treatment of breast abscesses and infections

Hernia Surgery

We diagnose and treat common and complex hernias using minimally invasive approaches whenever possible.

• Inguinal hernia repair
• Umbilical hernia repair
• Ventral or incisional hernia repair
• Recurrent hernia repair
• Complex abdominal wall reconstruction
• Hiatal or paraesophageal hernia repair

Soft Tissue and Skin Surgery

We treat a wide range of skin and soft tissue conditions, from benign growths to cancer.

• Excision of benign and malignant skin lesions
• Lipoma and cyst removal
• Soft tissue mass excision
• Melanoma surgery, including wide local excision and sentinel lymph node biopsy
• Abscess drainage (incision and drainage)

Vascular Access and Minor Procedures

We also perform procedures that support ongoing medical treatment.

• Port‑a‑cath placement and removal
• Central venous catheter placement
• Minor bedside procedures

Advances in minimally invasive surgery allow United Regional surgeons to perform many procedures through one or more small incisions, rather than a single large incision used in traditional open surgery. This approach reduces trauma to the body while maintaining excellent surgical outcomes.

For many patients, minimally invasive techniques may result in:

• Less postoperative pain
• Shorter hospital stays
• Faster recovery times
• Reduced blood loss
• Smaller scars
• In some cases, improved overall outcomes

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a commonly used minimally invasive technique. During the procedure, the surgeon inserts an endoscope—a long, thin tube with a lighted camera—through a small incision. The camera sends a high‑definition, two‑dimensional image to a monitor, allowing the surgeon to view the surgical area throughout the operation.

Specialized surgical instruments are then placed through the same incision or through additional small incisions to complete the procedure safely and precisely.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

United Regional also offers robotic‑assisted surgery performed by surgeons who are certified in robotic techniques. Robotic technology provides a magnified, three‑dimensional view of the surgical site and enhances the surgeon’s precision, flexibility, and control beyond what is possible with standard laparoscopic tools.

Potential benefits of robotic‑assisted surgery for patients include:

• Less blood loss
• Reduced postoperative pain
• Faster recovery
• Minimal scarring