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Lumpectomy
Learn what to expect from this breast-conserving surgical procedure.
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.
Prostate biopsy
Find out about this procedure that's used to diagnose prostate cancer. Learn about the risks, how to prepare and what you can expect.
Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
Find out what to expect during testosterone-blocking therapy. Learn about choices, including medicines and surgery.
Prostate brachytherapy
Learn about this type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer that involves placing radioactive seeds or wires in the prostate gland.
Cardiac ablation
Heat or cold energy applied to the heart can correct rapid or erratic heartbeats. Know when you might need this treatment and the risks.
Vaginal hysterectomy
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
Cryotherapy for prostate cancer
Find out how very cold temperatures are used to freeze tissue and treat prostate cancer. Learn about the side effects and potential benefits of cryotherapy.
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