Advanced Surgical Care Across Northeast Georgia

Advanced Surgical Treatment Designed Around Your Needs

Surgical care today offers more treatment options than ever before. At St. Mary’s, our surgical specialists evaluate each patient individually to determine the safest and most effective approach based on the condition being treated, overall health, recovery goals, and long-term wellness needs.

Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery

Many procedures can now be performed using laparoscopic surgery, a minimally invasive technique that uses small incisions, specialized instruments, and advanced camera technology.

Benefits of laparoscopic surgery may include:

• Smaller incisions
• Faster recovery times
• Reduced discomfort after surgery
• Shorter hospital stays
• Reduced scarring

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Robotic-assisted surgery combines minimally invasive techniques with advanced surgical technology that enhances visualization, precision, and control during procedures.

Robotic-assisted surgery may support:

• Greater surgical accuracy
• Improved precision during delicate procedures
• Reduced tissue disruption
• Faster recovery for some patients

Traditional Surgical Procedures

In some situations, traditional open surgery remains the safest or most effective treatment option. Our surgeons carefully evaluate every patient to determine the best surgical approach based on the complexity of the condition and overall treatment goals.

No matter which surgical method is recommended, our care teams remain focused on patient comfort, safety, education, and long-term healing.

Comprehensive Surgical Care Across Northeast Georgia

St. Mary’s Health Care System offers a broad range of surgical specialties and procedures designed to treat digestive conditions, colorectal disorders, hernias, endocrine conditions, neurological disorders, lung abnormalities, and other complex medical concerns.

Our surgical teams work closely with specialists across the health system to provide coordinated care that includes:

• Diagnostic imaging and testing
• Surgical consultation and planning
• Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures
• Hospital-based surgical care
• Recovery and rehabilitation support
• Long-term follow-up and wellness care

Patients benefit from access to advanced surgical technology while receiving compassionate care close to home.

Surgical Treatment for Digestive, Colorectal, Neurological, and Complex Conditions

Hernias

Hernias occur when internal tissue pushes through a weakened area of muscle or connective tissue, often causing pain, pressure, or visible bulging.

Diverticulitis

Diverticulitis causes inflammation or infection within small pouches in the colon and may lead to abdominal pain, digestive symptoms, and complications requiring surgery.

Gallbladder Disease

Gallstones and gallbladder inflammation may cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, and digestive discomfort that may require surgical treatment.

Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the rectal area that may cause pain, irritation, bleeding, or discomfort during bowel movements.

Anal Fissures and Fistulas

Anal fissures and fistulas are painful colorectal conditions that may cause bleeding, drainage, discomfort, or chronic irritation.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis is an inflammation of the appendix that typically requires urgent surgical removal to prevent serious complications.

Colon and Colorectal Conditions

Colon disease, bowel obstruction, inflammatory conditions, and colorectal cancer may require specialized colorectal surgical treatment.

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Digestive system disorders affecting the stomach, intestines, and related organs may require gastrointestinal surgery to improve symptoms and restore digestive health.

Thyroid Disorders

Some thyroid nodules, growths, or thyroid conditions may require surgical evaluation and treatment to support hormone balance and long-term health.

Lung Nodules and Pulmonary Conditions

Advanced diagnostic procedures such as Ion robotic bronchoscopy help physicians evaluate suspicious lung nodules using minimally invasive technology.

Neurological and Spine Conditions

Neurosurgery may help treat brain, spine, nerve, and neurological conditions affecting movement, pain, balance, or quality of life.

Advanced Surgical Procedures and Minimally Invasive Treatments

Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic procedures use small incisions and specialized instruments to perform surgery with less disruption to surrounding tissue.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

Robotic-assisted procedures enhance surgical precision during colorectal, digestive, thoracic, and minimally invasive surgeries.

Colon and Colorectal Surgery

Our colorectal specialists perform advanced procedures to treat colon disease, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, fistulas, and other colorectal conditions.

Gallbladder Surgery

Gallbladder removal surgery may help relieve chronic digestive symptoms and prevent complications caused by gallstones or inflammation.

Hernia Repair Surgery

Hernia repair procedures strengthen weakened abdominal tissue and help reduce pain, pressure, and recurrence risk.

Appendectomy

Appendectomy procedures remove the appendix to treat appendicitis and prevent rupture or abdominal infection.

Gastrointestinal Surgery

Digestive surgical procedures may treat intestinal disorders, bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeding, and other digestive conditions.

Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid procedures may involve partial or complete removal of the thyroid gland to treat nodules, growths, or thyroid disease.

Ion Robotic Bronchoscopy

Ion robotic bronchoscopy is an advanced minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate lung nodules with enhanced precision and navigation technology.

Neurosurgical Procedures

Neurosurgical treatments may help address conditions involving the brain, spine, nerves, and neurological system.