G.I. Surgery

Clinic Visits (Pre- & Post-Op)

The MUSC GI Surgery Clinic is where patients are seen by their doctor both prior to surgery and for follow-up appointments.

Preparing for Your Surgery

Surgery can a stressful event for patients and their family members. Understanding how to approach a surgical event can make things a lot easier on everyone.

Before, During, & After

Helpful information for patients explaining what to expect just before, during and after their GI surgical procedure.

Home Care After Surgery

Hospital re-admissions occur frequently when discharge instructions are not followed. It's very important that you understand them.

Chronic Pancreatitis Surgery

A list of links to our pages about chronic pancreatitis surgery including Whipple, Frey, Beger & Puestow procedures, islet cell autotransplants plus more.

Gastrectomy

A gastrectomy is an operation in which all or part of the stomach is removed. Types of gastrectomy include: complete, partial, sleeve and laparoscopic.

Hernia & Gallbladder Surgery

The MUSC Health Center for Hernia and Gallbladder Surgery treats the whole patient.

Laparoscopic Surgery

A list of links to our pages about laparoscopic gastric procedures including cholecystectomy, Nissen fundoplication, solid organ resection plus more.

Rectal Surgery

A list of links to our pages about rectal surgery procedures including hemorrhoids, and rectal descent, and rectal prolapse.

Liver Pancreas Program

The Liver and Pancreas Surgery Program provides treatment for patients with primary and metastatic cancers of the liver, gallbladder, bile duct and pancreas.

Liver Transplant

A liver transplant is the replacement of a diseased liver with some or all of a healthy liver from a living or deceased donor (preferably a family member).

FAQs

A list of frequently asked questions which provide detailed patient information about gastrointestinal (G.I.) surgery at MUSC Health.