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Breast cancer surgery
Learn about the types of operations used to treat breast cancer, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, lymph node surgery and breast reconstruction.
Atrial fibrillation ablation
Learn how heat or cold energy can treat an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Pulmonary vein isolation
This type of cardiac ablation uses heat or cold energy to treat atrial fibrillation. Learn how it's done and when you might need this treatment.
Neobladder reconstruction
Learn about bladder reconstruction to restore urinary function after bladder removal surgery, including how it's done and possible complications.
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is a procedure for removing large kidney stones. Learn how it's done.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
This type of therapy is a well-known treatment for decompression sickness, but it has many surprising uses. Find out about why and how oxygen can heal the body.
Breast reduction surgery
Find out more about this surgery to remove fat, breast tissue and skin from the breasts.
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.
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.
Liver transplant
Learn what to expect before and after this important treatment option for patients with liver failure.
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