Baylor Scott & White Texas Surgical Specialists – Waxahachie

Laparoscopy is a procedure used to examine the organs of the abdominal cavity. Laparoscopy utilizes a laparoscope, a thin flexible tube containing a video camera. The laparoscope is placed through a small incision in the abdomen and produces images that can be seen on a computer screen.

Weight loss surgery is the best treatment available for obesity. The weight loss specialists here offer many different bariatric surgery options. We take pride in helping patients choose the operation that is the right tool for them to lose weight.

Our very own surgeons, Dr. Iskandar and Dr. Roye, have specialized training in bariatric surgery to help you lose weight.

To learn more about bariatric surgery visit:

Baylor Scott & White Center for Bariatric Surgery - Waxahachie

Having breast cancer means that some cells in your breast are growing abnormally. Learning about the different types and stages of breast cancer can help you take an active role in your treatment.

Learn more about what to expect:

• Cáncer de Mama
• Mastectomía
• Tumorectomía

The doctors on our staff use minimally invasive and robotic surgical approaches to all colorectal disorders such as rectal and colon cancer, diverticulitis, constipation, pelvic floor disorders and inflammatory bowel disease.

To learn more about colon and rectal surgery visit:

Baylor Scott & White Colon and Rectal – Waxahachie

Colonoscopy is used to view the inside of your lower digestive tract (colon and rectum). It can help screen for colon cancer and can also help find the source of abdominal pain, bleeding, and changes in bowel habits.

Learn more about your procedure:

• Colonoscopia
• Endoscopy-Upper GI

Endocrine surgery is a specialized surgical field where procedures are performed on endocrine glands to achieve a hormonal or anti-hormonal effect in the body.

Learn more about your procedure:

• Thyroidectomy
• Parathyroidectomy

You've had painful attacks caused by gallstones. Because of this, you are having surgery to remove your gallbladder. This is called cholecystectomy. A minimally invasive technique called laparoscopy will be used.

A hernia (or "rupture") is a weakness or defect in the wall of the abdomen. A hernia will not heal on its own.

Though many gastrointestinal disorders can be treated successfully with lifestyle changes or medications, some conditions may require surgery.

Learn more about gastrointestinal surgery treatment for:

• Enfermedad de Crohn
• Cáncer colonrectal
• Diverticulitis