When surgery is needed, our experienced surgeons become part of your cancer care team. At Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola Surgical Oncology Downtown in Pensacola, Florida, we provide surgical care for adults. Our care team is ready to provide the surgical care you need—from answering your questions before surgery, to using advanced surgical techniques and creating a personalized recovery plan.
Minimally-invasive techniques to help your recovery
Surgeons at Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola Surgical Oncology Downtown have the expertise to perform many types of cancer surgery and specialty care procedures, including abdominal tumor biopsy. When possible, your surgeon may use minimally-invasive techniques and robotic surgery to treat your condition. When 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 who can provide consultations for:
- Abdominal surgery, such as hernia repair
- Cancer care
- Gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, such as appendix removal, gallbladder removal,colon surgery, liver surgery, and pancreas surgery
- Melanoma surgery
What to expect during your preoperative evaluation
We coordinate all aspects of your surgical care, answer your questions and provide dietary instructions. Your care team does a preoperative evaluation prior to your surgery. It’s 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.
