When surgery is needed, our experienced care team at Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Fishers General Surgeryin Fishers, Indiana, is ready to deliver the care you need. We provide surgical care for adults and children. Choosing the right place to have your surgery is an important decision. Our care team is here to answer all your questions before surgery. We also use advanced surgical techniques and work with you to create a personalized recovery plan.
Minimally invasive techniques to help your recovery
Surgeons at Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Fishers General Surgery have the expertise to perform many types of general surgery and specialty care procedures, including biopsy, endoscopy and selective nerve injections. When possible, your surgeon may use minimally invasive techniques and robotic surgery to treat your condition. Compared to traditional surgery, minimally invasive techniques may lead to smaller incisions, less pain, a lower risk of complications and help shorten your recovery.
We have surgeons and anesthesiologists who specialize in:
- Abdominal surgery, such as hernia repair
- Endocrine surgery, such as thyroid surgery
- Foot and ankle surgery
- Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, such as appendix removal, gallbladder removal and colon surgery
- Joint injections and pain management
- Orthopedic hand surgery
- Orthopedic joint surgery
What to expect during your preoperative evaluation
Your care team does a preoperative evaluation before your procedure. We coordinate all aspects of your surgical care, answer your questions and provide dietary instructions. It is important for you to understand how to prepare for your surgery.
Personalized care that supports your recovery after surgery
After your surgery, your recovery care team monitors your oxygen rate, blood pressure, breathing and other vital signs that may be affected by anesthesia or pain medication. When you are ready, your nurse provides home care instructions to you and your caregiver.
