There may be times when surgery is recommended as part of your care plan. The experienced surgeons at Ascension Seton are highly trained in advanced surgical treatments for a variety of health conditions. Whenever possible, your doctor uses minimally invasive procedures, including image-guided and robotic-assisted technologies.
Every appointment starts with a conversation about how you are feeling. Your surgeon and care team listen to understand your concerns, including new symptoms, and answer all your questions — big and small. Then, we’ll work together with you to create a personalized surgical care plan — from surgery to recovery and rehabilitation. Your surgeons are part of a national team of doctors who share best practices and research, and collaborate on advanced treatment options. And with four Ascension Seton surgery clinics across the Austin area, you can expect supportive and compassionate surgical care close to home.
At Ascension Seton, our surgeons specialize in:
Why choose Ascension Seton for surgical care?
Your surgeon works with you and your referring doctor as one care team, and they stay connected throughout your care. You can also expect:
- Highly experienced surgeons who perform the latest surgical techniques in well-equipped surgery suites.
- Minimally invasive technology, including image-guided, endoscopic, laser, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, all available on-site.
- Coordinated care, from preoperative testing and consultations to recovery.
- Connection to additional imaging, lab testing and specialty care if needed.
Leaders in the latest surgical technology
Ascension Seton is leading the way in having the most robotic-assisted surgical systems available onsite in Austin to help you have an easier and quicker recovery. Adding robotic systems like daVinci Surgical Systems(TM) as surgical options for your treatment has helped Ascension Seton train the largest number of surgeons in Central Texas who can use the daVinci 5 system creating more access to robotic-assisted surgery.
Benefits of robotic-assistedsurgery may include:
- Lower risk of infection due to smaller incisions
- Greater accuracy for complex procedures
- Reduced blood loss due to increased precision and control
- Smaller incisions leading to less pain, scarring and faster recovery
- Shorter hospital stays and a faster recovery
Schedule a consultation with a surgeon to see if robotic-assisted surgery is right for you.
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Helping you transition home from the hospital
At Ascension Seton, your care team supports you before, during and after your surgery. Once you leave the hospital, we’ll connect you with wound healing services, rehabilitation and physical therapy. We also help you manage your medications, monitor your health and educate you on post-surgical care.
Get a second opinion on your surgical care plan
When you are deciding on a surgical treatment plan, there’s a lot to think about. Our surgical specialists at Ascension Seton can provide a second opinion, based on our experience and as part of a national team of surgeons. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options. Talk with one of our doctors about a personalized care plan.
Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records from your doctor on your behalf, so that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.
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Refer your patient to a surgeon
Your patients can expect compassionate, personalized care from the moment our specialists connect with them. Our specialists start by listening to fully understand their needs and to develop an individualized care plan. To make a doctor referral, please view our provider registry.
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Frequently asked questions about surgery
How do I know if it’s the right time to have surgery?
Talk to your surgeon about whether surgery is right for you. Here are three questions to consider asking your doctor:
- How might surgery help ease my pain or get rid of it?
- How might this procedure help improve how my body works and change my daily life?
- How might this surgical treatment keep my condition from getting worse?
What is a general surgeon?
General surgeons are highly trained in the repair and reconstruction of bones, muscles and organs. Whenever possible, they use minimally invasive techniques to remove tumors and diseased tissue, and to help shorten your recovery time.
Where will the surgery be performed?
Surgery is performed in our hospitals and free-standing surgery centers. Many procedures are done as outpatient surgery, which means the procedure is a same-day surgery. Some procedures may require a hospital stay.
Will my doctor communicate with my family while I am in surgery?
Your care team keeps your healthcare representative (the person you have chosen to receive your healthcare information) up to date. When your procedure is complete, your surgeon provides a verbal update on your condition.
How will my family or caregiver know what to do after surgery?
Before surgery, your care team will talk with you and your healthcare representative about the care you will need after surgery. This is also the time to talk with your doctor about follow up care. Before you leave the hospital, instructions for home care will be explained to you and your healthcare representative. This can include pain management, wound care and dietary needs to make your recovery as comfortable and safe as possible.
