Surgery

Surgery is a branch of medicine that involves treating diseases or injuries by adjusting or removing organs, tissues or bones. Surgery includes both necessary procedures, like cardiac surgery, or elective procedures, such as joint replacement.

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Surgical treatment in Brevard, North Carolina

Our compassionate specialists want you to feel supported before, during and after surgery.

At Transylvania Regional Hospital, we understand that surgery can feel overwhelming. That's why our surgeons, surgical assistants and registered nurses work together to help you feel at ease and give you the solutions you need.

Conditions we treat with surgery

Our skilled surgeons always prioritize minimally invasive procedures whenever possible. They treat a wide range of conditions, including:

Abdominal issues
Bile duct conditions
Breast cancers
Breast conditions
Colorectal system issues
Endocrine system issues
Gastrointestinal tract issues

Head and neck conditions
Liver diseases
Musculoskeletal system issues
Pancreatic diseases
Skin and soft tissue issues
Thoracic conditions
Vascular system issues

Surgical care we offer

We bring together board-certified surgeons experienced in using state-of-the-art technology and techniques to perform many different procedures.

General surgery services

Our skilled general surgeons specialize in a wide range of surgical procedures, and guide you through the preoperative, operative and postoperative stages. Whether you require nonoperative, elective or emergency surgical treatment, our specialists are here to support you. Here are some of the procedures they perform:

Breast surgery
Chest surgery
Endocrine procedures
Gastrointestinal surgery
Head and neck surgery
Musculoskeletal procedures
Oncological (cancer) surgery
Pelvic surgery
Skin and soft tissue procedures
Trauma surgery

Minimally invasive procedures

Our surgical teams are built on collaboration between many different specialists, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and surgical techs. They work together to perform minimally invasive procedures, such as laparoscopies.

Unlike traditional surgery, laparoscopic procedures require only small incisions. Depending on the surgery type, you may be able to return home the same day. Here are some of the laparoscopic procedures we offer: