In 2018, nearly 60,000 Americans will be diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers, as annual cases have tripled over the last three decades. Also, it’s not just older individuals who are at risk, as it is the fifth most common cancer for women between the ages of 20-34. […]
The Recovery Timeline After Hernia Surgery
Although hernia surgery can usually be performed with a minimally invasive technique, it still takes a decent toll on your body. Don’t expect to head back to work or get back on the practice field the day after surgery. But when can you expect to do some everyday activities after your hernia operation? We take […]
5 FAQs About Thyroid Surgery Recovery
Thyroid surgery is a fairly common procedure, but it’s perfectly normal for patients to have questions about life after the surgery. Most of their questions focus on their rehabilitation and how they can speed up the recovery process. Below, we answer five common questions people have about their recovery from thyroid surgery. What can I […]
How Your Thyroid Affects Your Gallbladder
As a general surgeon, Dr. Koeplin specializes in correcting a variety of conditions involving your endocrine system. Two areas that he operates on regularly are the gallbladder and the thyroid, and you may be surprised to learn just how much these two body parts affect one another. Below, we take a look at why you […]
Eating & Your Diet After LINX Surgery
As we’ve described in a previous post, the LINX procedure is a minimally invasive operation that can help to correct esophageal issues like chronic acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease. The vast majority of patients state that they are pleased with the results, but the surgery does require a small adjustment to your daily diet […]
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