John Smith's new guide helps patients and caregivers manage recovery challenges, set realistic expectations, and ...

Brain surgery recovery involves a hospital stay, follow-up monitoring, and rehabilitation. Your type of procedure will affect what to expect for each of these stages, as well as risks to be aware of.

Dr. Prashoban Bremjit gives insight on treatment options for persistent knee pain. Sponsored by Proliance Orthopedic Associates.

Lung transplant surgery generally takes eight to 10 hours. It may take longer depending on whether you have had previous chest surgery and if you are receiving two lungs instead of one. You’ll be ...

University of Maryland Medical System surgeons break down how weight loss surgery works, who qualifies and what patients can ...

Following laser surgery (photocoagulation) to repair a retinal tear, a person can expect a fairly brief recovery period with minimal discomfort. Temporary symptoms may include mild irritation and ...

After bile duct cancer surgery, you will stay in the hospital for a few days. Full recovery typically takes several weeks. Your doctor may recommend surgery to treat bile duct cancer if surgery may ...

Endoscopic spine surgery is a revolutionary, minimally invasive procedure for spine care. This procedure uses small tools and an endoscope with an angled camera lens to magnify and illuminate your ...

Serving Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland, The Naderi Center shares what patients can expect after earlobe repair surgery, including recovery duration, incision care, and long-term ...

which usually includes some surgical site discomfort and swelling. You may also experience the following complications after a mastectomy, notes the ACS: Chest or upper arm numbness Limited movement ...

Joint fusion surgery involves fusing two or more bones to grow into one larger bone. Doctors may recommend it for people with severe joint pain or instability. Severe joint pain can occur due to ...

Orthognathic surgery is a procedure that lines up your upper and lower jaw. It’s also called corrective jaw surgery. It’s a complex surgery and recovery can be long, but getting it can help you sleep ...