Gastrointestinal Surgery

We are very experienced in the performance and surgical treatment of a variety of minimally invasive abdominal operations. These include:

The surgical treatment of gastro-esophageal reflux and hiatus hernia This involves the malfunction of the valve between the stomach and the esophagus. The operation is called a fundoplication and is done laparoscopically by creating a new valve. The surgery is very successful in over 90% of patients, eliminating the need for expensive medications.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. The diseased gallbladder and gallstones are removed laparoscopically through three small incisions. The operation takes 45 minutes and 90% of patients go home on the same day.

Laparoscopic colon resection
This operation is now done very often for the removal of polyps, cancer and diverticulitis. Like other minimally invasive operations, there are significant advantages in terms of decreased length of stay and recovery from surgery.

Laparoscopic hernia repairs
Laparoscopic hernia repairs are being done mainly to repair hernias resulting from previous surgery.

Laparoscopic abdominal tumors
Laparoscopic abdominal tumors are often treated. Especially tumors of the adrenal glands and the spleen may be removed by this approach.

Breast Surgery

Dr. Robert Davis has over 25 years of experience in the management of disorders of the breast including breast cancer. He is a Fellow of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and a member of the Breast Cancer Tumor Board of the Methodist Hospital.

Endocrine Surgery

Dr. Robert Davis has over 25 years of experience in the surgical treatment of endocrine disorders. He has done pioneering work in the development of the laparoscopic removal of adrenal tumors.

Dr. Garth Davis trained at the University of Michigan which is recognized as one of the pre-eminent Surgical Endocrinology Centers. New advancements in the management of thyroid and parathyroid tumors are comstantly being implemented at the Methodist Hospital.