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Otoplasty
Learn about this cosmetic procedure, which is done to change the appearance of your ears. Understand risks and what results to expect after surgery.
Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)
Learn about the risks, recovery and what to expect during surgery to remove the ovaries.
Nephrectomy (kidney removal)
Learn about surgery to remove all or part of a kidney.
Neobladder reconstruction
Learn about bladder reconstruction to restore urinary function after bladder removal surgery, including how it's done and possible complications.
Myomectomy
This surgical procedure to treat uterine fibroids tries to preserve fertility using a variety of approaches.
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.
Mitral valve repair and mitral valve replacement
If you have a leaky or stiff mitral valve, you may need heart surgery. Learn about the different procedures used to repair or replace this valve.
Minimally invasive surgery
Learn more about laparoscopy or robotic surgical techniques, which may mean less pain and a shorter hospital stay.
Minimally invasive heart surgery
Learn more about this surgery that uses small incisions in the chest as an option to open-heart surgery.
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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