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Neck lift
Find out how this cosmetic procedure removes excess skin and fat around the jaw line to create a more youthful appearance.
Prostate brachytherapy
Learn about this type of radiation therapy for prostate cancer that involves placing radioactive seeds or wires in the prostate gland.
Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)
Learn about the risks, recovery and what to expect during surgery to remove the ovaries.
SVT ablation
Discover how cold or heat energy is used to correct fast and erratic heartbeats, such as atrial tachycardia and AV node reentrant tachycardia.
Brain stereotactic radiosurgery
This procedure delivers precise radiation therapy to treat brain tumors and other brain conditions.
Ear tubes
Learn about the procedure for placing ear tubes used to treat middle ear problems.
Tubal ligation
Thinking of getting your tubes tied? This surgery offers a permanent form of birth control. Know the risks and what to expect.
Amniocentesis
Find out about this prenatal test that checks the fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy.
Facial fillers for wrinkles
Find out more about facial injections, also called soft tissue fillers, that can temporarily smooth wrinkles.
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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