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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.
Wisdom tooth removal
If you don't have enough room in your mouth for wisdom teeth, or they're painful, infected or cause other dental problems, they may need to be removed.
Tonsillectomy
Learn how to prepare for a tonsillectomy and what to expect from the surgery.
Palliative care
Learn what to expect with this care approach that offers symptom relief for seriously ill people of any age.
Pediatric cervical spine surgery
This surgery can treat injuries and conditions that are present at birth and that affect the neck area of the spine.
Masculinizing hormone therapy
Find out more about masculinizing hormonal treatment used to better align the body with a person's gender identity.
Allergy skin tests
Considering skin testing for your allergies? Learn about the risks, results and what to expect during testing.
Concussion testing and screening tools
These screening tools help measure brain function after head trauma and help athletes at risk of head injuries.
Urinalysis
This common lab test checks urine for signs of disease and for clues about overall health.
Virtual colonoscopy
Unlike other colon cancer screening tests, this imaging test doesn't use a scope to examine your colon. Learn how it works and what to expect.
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