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Diskectomy
This surgical procedure removes the damaged portion of a herniated disk in the spine. It's most effective for pain radiating down the arms or legs.
Proton therapy
Learn about this newer form of radiation therapy, used to treat cancer and noncancerous tumors, and how it's different from X-ray radiation.
Awake brain surgery
Awake brain surgery is performed while you are awake and alert. This type of brain surgery may be used to treat some brain tumors or epileptic seizures.
Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
This procedure delivers precise radiation therapy to treat brain tumors and other brain conditions.
Spirometry
This common test shows how well your lungs work and helps diagnose conditions that affect the ability to breathe.
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