Once you and your doctor decide that surgery will help you, you need to learn what to expect from the surgery. You and your caregiver can create a treatment plan for the best results afterward.

Most people feel a mixture of anxiety, nervousness, and excitement in the weeks leading up to surgery. It can also be a busy time when people make preparations for their recovery. Doctors stress the ...

Two new studies out of Canada and Sweden suggest that patients operated on by female surgeons are less likely to face future complications or require follow-up care than those treated by male surgeons ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Getting ready to go under the knife can be scary—even when it’s for a procedure you’ve wanted for as long ...

It’s natural for children to have questions or feel uncertain if they need surgery. The team at University of Utah Health is here to help you and your child feel at ease. As a parent, you can offer ...

Having a female doctor could lower the risk of death or major health issues after surgery or hospitalization, studies have shown over and over. The latest evidence, published Wednesday in the British ...

Preparing your child for surgery can be a stressful time for you both. Working with your healthcare team, you can help make this scary time a little less frightening by addressing your child’s ...

The idea of surgery can be daunting. You’re unconscious while someone cuts into you, more or less, and there is nothing you can do about it—it is the height of helplessness. For some, none of that is ...

It’s become common for people to get ulcerative colitis surgery in the early stages of the disease. But whether you’re in the early or late stages or somewhere in between, you’re likely wondering how ...

Surgery can be a stressful experience for children and families. Feeling well prepared can help reduce anxiety, support recovery, and make it a positive experience. When a child needs surgery, it can ...