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Southeast Alabama Medical Center (SAMC) understands the importance of investing
in state-of-the-art technology. That is why SAMC offers the latest advancements in
surgical services such as the daVinciŽ Robotic Surgical System. In addition, our
comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient surgical services is backed by highly
trained surgeons, many whom are leaders in their respective specialties, and a team
of caring healthcare professionals.
Surgeries at SAMC are performed in our four-story Surgery Tower which houses
18 high tech surgery suites, a clinical laboratory, and 32 critical care beds for
cardiac care, intensive care and cardiovascular intensive care. Surgeries performed
at SAMC include:
For more information about Surgical Services at SAMC, call 334-712-3336 0r 1-800-735-4998.
Advanced Laparoscopic SurgeryLaparoscopic surgery is a technique
that dramatically reduces the recovery time for many operations, and SAMC offers this
minimally invasive surgical technique in many specialties.
The daVinci Robotic Surgical System is the latest technology
to be introduced in laparoscopic surgery. The daVinci Surgical System
uses computer-assisted robotics technology, enabling surgeons to perform
minimally invasive procedures while allowing the surgeon greater
visualization, enhanced precision and control and superior ergonomics.
Patients benefit from smaller incisions, less post-operative pain and
discomfort, reduced recovery time and shorter hospital stays.
Currently, SAMC's surgeons are using the daVinci system for urological
(prostatectomies), gynecological and cardiovascular surgeries including select
heart valve repairs.
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Heart and Vascular SurgerySupported by today's
most advanced medical technology, SAMC's highly-skilled heart and vascular
specialists, along with an experienced team of nurses and technical staff,
perform the latest heart and vascular surgical treatments. Heart and Vascular
surgical procedures offered at SAMC include valve replacement and/or repair,
coronary artery by-pass and off-pump by-pass procedures, and repair of thoracic
aortic aneurysms. Each year, we care for more than 500 heart and vascular surgical
patients who consistently experience excellent outcomes.
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Breast Cancer SurgerySAMC offers a full range of surgical
procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer including:
- Stereotactic biopsy, a minimally invasive biopsy done on an outpatient basis
- Core biopsy, which allows multiple, small cones of tissue to be removed
- Surgical biopsy, which removes a mass while under local anesthesia
- Surgical tumor removal via lumpectomy or mastectomy
- Reconstructive breast surgery following tumor removal
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Orthopedic SurgerySAMC is recognized for its comprehensive
orthopedic surgery program, which includes knee surgery, shoulder arthroscopy,
major joint replacement procedures, specialized hand treatment and foot and ankle procedures.
In addition, SAMC's orthopedic surgery education program helps prepare
patients and their caregivers for orthopedic surgery. SAMC's innovative
approach has proven successful in reducing the recovery period and returning
patients to the activities of daily living through regained strength,
independence and confidence.
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General SurgeryA leader in general surgery, SAMC
offers a wide range of general surgical procedures including the latest
endoscopic techniques in our dedicated endoscopy suites.
For more information about surgical services at SAMC, call 334- 712-3336 or 1-800-735-4998.
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