Worried About Your Endoscopy? 7 Important Questions Answered
Everyone experiences stomach problems every now and then. While nausea, vomiting, and a sore throat are common problems, they’re not always the result of a
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Cancer Survivorship: How We Can All Support Cancer Survivors
According to the American Cancer Society, the number of cancer cases is rising due to an aging and growing population. Fortunately, they also point out
What You Should Know About Melanoma Prevention This Summer
May was Melanoma Awareness Month and summer is about to be in full swing. That means warmer weather, brighter skies, and spending a lot more
Be Safe and Save Time with Our New Digital Check-In System
As healthcare leaders in Indiana, we are always at the forefront of any medical or safety breakthroughs. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we are the first surgical practice in Indiana to implement the CheckinAsyst system from HealthAsyst. Our new HIPAA and PCI-compliant touchless digital system…
Important COVID-19 update: Elective Surgeries To Resume Beginning May 4th
As per the Governor’s most recent Executive Order regarding surgical services during Covid-19, our Evansville Surgical Associates’ surgeons will resume non-essential surgeries and procedures in a phased manner beginning May 4th at both Deaconess Midtown Hospital and St. Vincent-Evansville.
4 Myths About Coronavirus That Could Still Be Hurting You
You’ve probably heard COVID-19 referred to as the “novel” coronavirus, which indicates some important distinctions about the disease. “Novel” means it’s a new strain of the corona viruses, and as a new virus that in turn means there’s still much that’s not known about the disease.
How We’re Keeping Surgeries Safe During The COVID-19 Pandemic
We know that many patients and the public in general have questions and concerns about what COVID-19 restrictions will mean for surgical procedures in the Tri-State region. During this time of the COVID-19 crisis, we want to reassure you that we are taking every precautionary measure to ensure a safe and sanitary practice for our patients, visitors, and staff.
Top 7 Questions To Ask About Bariatric Surgery
It’s no secret that obesity has become a public health crisis in the U.S. According to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adult obesity rates in the U.S. now exceed 36.5%…
What Is Laparoscopic Surgery, And Why Would You Prefer It?
A “minimally-invasive” surgery, or laparoscopic, which involves much smaller incisions uses a tiny fiber-optic tool, or laparoscopes, with a camera and light on the end is inserted through the small incision. The laparoscope transmits images in real time on a high-definition video monitor, allowing a surgeon to perform the surgery in a similar manner as if it was an open surger
The Benefits & Risks Of Robotically-Assisted Surgery in 2020
When robotic surgery was introduced in 2000 with the Food and Drug Administration’s approval of the da Vinci Surgical System, many people imagined a medical future in which robotics replaced a surgeon during surgical procedures. However, replacing a surgeon’s hands-on expertise was not the intention…
How We’re Helping Our Surgical Patients Steer Clear Of Opioid Addiction
The surgeons at Evansville Surgical Associates are in a unique position to make a difference not only by saving lives with advanced medical procedures, but also by saving lives based on how we manage prescription pain medications like opioids for patients who’ve undergone surgical procedures.
Celebrating 50 Years: How A Simple Idea Grew Into A Wide Network Of Service
As we’ve celebrated our 50th Anniversary this year, our surgeons and staff at Evansville Surgical Associates have been reflecting on the changes over half-a-century of serving the Tri-State region with compassion, excellence, and state-of-the-art surgical care.
