Peripheral arterial disease (PAD), also known as peripheral vascular disease (PVD), is a common condition affecting 10 million Americans. PAD develops most commonly as a result of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), which occurs when...
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive procedure for high-risk patients who have aortic stenosis and are not candidates for traditional aortic valve surgery. More than 600 TAVR procedures have been performed at GW...
The George Washington University Hospital works to find innovative ways to use minimally invasive surgical techniques. Whether it is for the treatment of digestive disorders or cancer, the surgical team at GW Hospital is skilled in using...
A unique collaboration to help patients with brain tumors is underway at The George Washington University Hospital where otolaryngologists (physicians who treat the ear, nose and throat) and neurosurgeons join forces to perform minimally ...
Abdominal Procedures - Minimally Invasive
- Achalasia
- Adrenal gland surgery
- Adrenalectomy
- Appendectomy
- Bariatric surgery including: Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass, Lap-Band®...
The standard surgical procedure for carpal tunnel release has been very effective in restoring patients to their prior activities but slow recovery and a scar on the palm are major drawbacks to the traditional method. The two-inch scar on the...
- Abnormal menstrual bleeding
- Amniocentesis
- Chorionic villus sampling
- Cystoscopy for pelvic pain
- Dilation and curettage
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Endometrial ablation...
During plastic surgery, physicians use medical procedures to alter, repair or reconstruct parts of the body. Surgeons at GW Hospital work in surgical suites that are outfitted with advanced technology, such as minimally invasive surgical...