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Wisdom tooth removal
If you don't have enough room in your mouth for wisdom teeth, or they're painful, infected or cause other dental problems, they may need to be removed.
Whipple procedure
Learn about this complex operation that's used to treat pancreatic cancer and other digestive system conditions. Find out what to expect during recovery.
Weight-loss surgery: Is it an option for you?
Weight-loss surgery is one part of a treatment plan for weight loss. Learn about the criteria and what is expected of you.
Ventricular assist device (VAD)
Learn how this implanted device helps the heart pump and when you might need one.
Vaginal hysterectomy
Vaginal hysterectomy is a procedure to remove the uterus through an incision in the vagina to treat certain gynecological conditions.
Uterine artery embolization
Learn what to expect, risks and results of uterine artery embolization, a minimally invasive treatment for uterine fibroids.
Tummy tuck
Find out how this procedure can change the appearance of your abdomen, giving you a more toned silhouette.
Tracheostomy
A surgically created hole in the front of the neck provides an air passage to help breathing when the usual route for breathing is blocked or reduced.
Tonsillectomy
Learn how to prepare for a tonsillectomy and what to expect from the surgery.
Thyroidectomy
Learn what to expect during this surgery — a procedure that involves removing all or part of your thyroid gland.
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