Providing advanced laparoscopic surgery with state of the art technology such as the harmonic scalpel and intraoperative ultrasound. Minimally invasive or laparoscopic surgery has been a revolution for all surgeons. Procedures which in the past required long hospital stays can now be done as day surgery procedures most of the time. Incisions are smaller with laparoscopic surgery. Pain is usually less requiring fewer narcotics. There is also less disruption and manipulation of  abdominal organs than with open surgery. This leads to a more rapid return of bowel function. Return to work time is also usually less with laparoscopic surgery. We offer a wide range of procedures using laparoscopic techniques. During his training Dr. McDearmont worked at the Southwestern Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery. This is a well respected national center for training laparoscopic surgeons. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy, colon resection, splenectomy, and diagnostic laparoscopy are all procedures within the scope of our practice. Patients with appendicitis can usually go home within 36 hours after laparoscopic appendectomy.

Breast Cancer Surgery

A comprehensive approach to patients with breast cancer is essential. Dr. McDearmont works closely with a team of oncologists, pathologists, and radiologists to provide his patients with the best comprehensive breast cancer care available. All necessary surgical and non-surgical treatment options are available. This diagnosis is life changing and Dr. McDearmont takes the time with each patient to answer any and all questions before surgical treatment begins. Modalities such as digital mammography, breast MRI, sentinel lymph node mapping, and intraoperative ultrasound are all available.

Hernia Surgery

Repair of abdominal wall hernias including umbilical, incisional, epigastic, recurrent, and inguinal/groin hernias is offered with a mesh repair. Hernia repairs are performed with a time tested approach that offers a very low incidence of hernia recurrence. Recently recalled hernia meshs are not used.  Hernia surgery is usually done as an outpatient but can require an overnight stay.

Endocrine surgery

This area of general surgery involves surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal gland.  Thyroid removal can be for nodules, cancer, or goiter.  Parathyroid removal is done for elevated calcium levels usually from a parathyroid adenoma. Minimally invasive options are available in many cases.

Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Surgery

This involves surgery on the stomach, intestines, colon, and rectum. Laparoscopic techniques are available for benign diseases of the colon. Diseases of the anorectum such as hemorrhoids, fistulas and fissures are also treated both surgically and non-surgically.

In Office Surgery

Dr. McDearmont offers in office surgery in many cases for skin lesions, cysts, moles, and lipomas. Some larger procedures are performed as outpatient day surgical procedures.

Surgical Emergencies

Emergency room call is covered 24 hr/day, Seven days a week for surgical emergencies such as appendicitis, intestinal obstruction, perforated intestine, and uncontrollable internal bleeding. Dr McDearmont covers surgical call from THR Flower Mound and Medical Center of Lewisville. Urgent surgical conditions can usually be seen in the office the same day.

Skin cancer/Melanoma

An aggressive approach to the treatment of skin cancers gives our patients the best chance at long term recovery without recurrence of skin cancer.  Treatment of all types of skin lesions is offered. Close follow up with a medical oncologist also compliments surgical treatment. Sentinel lymph node mapping is available if needed as well.

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