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Prostatectomy
Learn about surgical options and advances in prostatectomy, including robotic surgery, as well as the risks involved with each approach.
Mohs surgery
Find out what to expect during this skin cancer surgery that involves removing thin layers of skin until only cancer-free tissue remains.
Penis pump
Find out how this device can be placed on your penis to create an erection.
Knee replacement
Knee replacement surgery can relieve pain and restore function to a knee joint that's severely damaged, usually by arthritis.
Depo-Provera (contraceptive injection)
Depo-Provera, a contraceptive injection that's given every three months, contains the hormone progestin to help protect from unintended pregnancy.
Contraceptive implant
Learn about the benefits, risks and effectiveness of this type of long-acting, reversible birth control.
C-section
Learn the reasons this surgical procedure to deliver a baby is done, the risks and tips for recovery.
Dermabrasion
Find out how this skin-resurfacing procedure can change the appearance of your skin.
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.
Mastectomy
Learn about this operation to remove the breast tissue from one or both breasts. Find out about risks, results and what you can expect.
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