Laparoscopic gallbladder removal (Cholecystectomy): An overview

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal, or cholecystectomy, is one of the most common surgical procedures. This surgery is performed laparoscopically under general anaesthesia and carries only a small risk of complications. The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ located in the upper right side of your abdomen, below your liver. It collects and stores a digestive fluid produced…

Laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis: How does it work?

Heavy periods, painful cramps and difficulty having children are a few of the symptoms of endometriosis. Experts still don’t know what causes this condition and there is no definitive cure. However, there are treatments that can help women manage the pain and increase their chances of getting pregnant. In many cases, laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis…

Plastic surgery after weight-loss surgery: Your options

Weight-loss surgery includes a series of procedures that help patients start a journey towards a healthier life. When patients lose a great amount of their body weight, they might experience overhanging, loose skin that can also cause hygiene issues and discomfort. Your quality of life may be impacted and you may not be able to…

Arm lift: Pre- and post-op guidelines

Are you planning or considering an arm lift procedure? Chances are that your doctor has already explained what precautions you should take before surgery and what you should expect after the procedure is done. Just like any surgical procedure, following the guidelines provided by your doctor before and after an arm lift is crucial to…

Arm lift (Brachioplasty) FAQ: We answer your questions

Weight fluctuations or natural ageing can cause flabby arms, sagging skin or excess fat. Arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to reshape the under portion of your upper arm from the underarm region until your elbow. Exercise can improve muscle tone but it can’t tighten loose skin. An arm lift procedure…

Endoscopic spine surgery: 7 questions answered by KCM Spine surgeon

When we develop disc hernias, protrusions or other conditions in our spine, we might experience pain and limited mobility. Herniated discs can be extremely painful, often causing great discomfort and affecting both our personal and professional life. Besides traditional spine surgery, there is a new procedure that can help patients treat spine conditions less invasively:…

Nose job procedures: Choosing the right one for you

If you’re looking to change the shape of your nose, there are different types of nose jobs to choose from. The procedure itself, known as rhinoplasty, aims to change the appearance of your nose through surgery. This can be done for aesthetic reasons as well as for medical purposes. Each nose job procedure is performed…

Single Anastomosis Sleeve Ileal Bypass (SASI) FAQs: We answer your questions

Single Anastomosis Stomach-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SASI-S) is one of the newest bariatric procedures and is an improved version of the Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal bypass with Sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S). What makes SASI-S one of the most popular weight-loss procedures today is the combination of the benefits of a sleeve gastrectomy (commonly known as gastric…

Implantable contact lenses and ICL surgery: What to know

Implantable contact lenses have helped people correct their vision for over 20 years. ICL surgery is the procedure used to implant this special type of contact lenses, which are placed between your natural lens and the iris. The EvoVisian ICL are proprietary to STAAR Surgical and are the only lenses implantable through a minimally invasive…