Written by Dr. Olga Bednarek Category: Procedures Published: February 2, 2017 Breast Biopsy If you have a noticeable breast mass or an abnormal mammogram, the next step is to obtain a tissue sample, known as a biopsy. There are several different types of biopsies available for different circumstances. Sources: UpToDate: Breast biopsy; Sentinel lymph node… Read more

Written by Dr. Olga Bednarek Category: Procedures Published: February 2, 2017 Laparoscopic Surgery Laparoscopy (sometimes referred to as minimally invasive surgery) refers to abdominal procedures performed with the help of a camera. Your surgeon will make small cuts in your belly, insert a camera (laparoscope) and inflate your belly with carbon dioxide. Inflating your belly… Read more

Written by Dr. Olga Bednarek Category: Procedures Published: February 2, 2017 Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (Upper GI scope) Upper GI endoscopy (EGD) allows your doctor to see the structures of your upper gastrointestinal tract including the esophagus, stomach, and the first part of your small intestine (duodenum) in real time. There are even some procedures that can be… Read more

Written by Dr. Olga Bednarek Published: February 2, 2017 General Surgery General surgery is a subspecialty of surgery that focuses on management of diseases of the abdomen and it’s contents, including the digestive tract (esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon), the contents of the pelvis, the endocrine system, and the breast skin and soft tissue. General… Read more