Surgery Department

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Surgery Department

The Department of General Surgery is one of the Institute's major departments, with the goal of providing all medical and surgical care related to surgical conditions of patients attending the department via outpatient department and emergency/accidental problems. Minimal Invasive, Breast, Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Vascular, General Surgery, and Emergency Surgery are all part of the Surgery department. It has specialised clinics for breast cancer, anorectal cancer, and hepatobiliary disease.

The department performs a large number of hernia surgeries using the laparoscopic technique and have also begun research in the same field. Postgraduate students have joined the department, and the department has begun a number of research projects and postgraduate thesis work in collaboration with other departments. This year has been marked by the Covid pandemic, but we intend to develop bariatric surgery and robotic surgery in the near future, as the institute is in the process of purchasing a robot. We also intend to develop a structured laparoscopic training programme for surgeons interested in field work in other hospitals in the institute's surrounding area.

Why do some people have to wait longer than others?

Emergency surgeries are always done quickly. Since emergencies cannot be planned, scheduled surgeries are sometimes delayed. When you and your surgeon agree that you are going to have surgery, the surgeon puts you on their case list. Some surgeons have more patients waiting for surgery than others. Emergency surgeries are always done quickly. Since emergencies cannot be planned, scheduled surgeries are sometimes delayed. When you and your surgeon agree that you are going to have surgery, the surgeon puts you on their case list. Some surgeons have more patients waiting for surgery than others.

How do I decide between different surgeons' opinions? Where can I get advice?

Your family doctor knows you best and is in the best position to help you make a decision that is right for you. If you want to do your own research, most Fraser Health hospitals have a library where you can ask for help finding information about your condition and different treatments.

Will the surgical team know about my other health issues?

The referral sent from your family doctor to the surgeon will include information about your general health. When you first meet with the surgeon for a consultation, mention your other health issues. If you are asked to attend a Pre-Admission Clinic, the team there will ask you questions and you can also advise them of your other health issues. Don’t be afraid to speak up or ask questions. You are a very important part of the team and any information you have about your health is valuable.

How will I get home?

You must tell the nurse when you check-in on surgery day, who is going to help you. Your surgery could be cancelled if you do not have arrangements made because it is not safe for you to travel alone. The person helping you can go in a taxi or on the bus with you, so it’s not necessary for them to have their own car.
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