General Surgery

Weston MedSurg Center offers a wide variety of surgical procedures. These procedures are listed below:

Hernias

Men, women, and children of all ages can have hernias. A hernia is a weakness or tear in the wall of the abdomen. Acquired hernias are caused by wear and tear over the years. Congenital hernias result from weakness in the abdominal wall that is present at birth. Hernias may get worse or grow larger with time or physical stress. Do you think you may have a hernia? If so, see Dr. Weston right away for a medical evaluation. If you do have a hernia, you can discuss the benefits or options to surgical repair. It is usually better to have surgery before the hernia gets bigger and complications arise. Don’t let a hernia limit what you do. Surgery now can help prevent problems later on. Dr. Weston performs open and laparoscopic surgery for a variety of cogenital, acquired, and recurrent hernias.

Gallbladder

Gallbladder problems can cause many distressing symptoms. Pain, heartburn, or upset stomach may have started sometime after a meal. This pain can be due to gallstones or a diseased gallbladder. Because your symptoms are likely to worsen if not treated, you should think about the options for relieving your pain. Dr. Weston may order some tests, and then suggest a treatment plan that’s best for you. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy can remove your gallbladder through very small incisions. Dr. Weston has performed thousands of cholecystectomies since 1989. Most patients go home the same day and recover in less than a week.

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsies are performed to take a sample of breast tissue that can be studied under the microscope. An open or stereotactic biopsy may be performed. During a stereotactic procedure, an x-ray helps find the tissue to be removed. Open biopsy is done by taking a sample of tissue through an incision made in the skin. A biopsy may be necessary due to an abnormal mammogram, a palpable lump, or skin changes/ nipple discharge.

Endoscopy

Acid reflux disease is a condition where stomach acid “backs up” into the esophagus. This acid can irritate and even damage the lining of the esophagus and lead to heartburn. If symptoms are severe, endoscopy can diagnose gastro-esophageal reflux disease along with a variety of other upper gastrointestinal disorders. The test involves swallowing a small lighted tube to visualize the lining of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. Remember, only a trained health care provider should diagnose acid reflux disease.

Colon

Your colon is part of the digestive system. Growths or inflammation within the colon can cause a serious problem. Dr. Weston may also detect signs of trouble during a routine checkup. Symptoms may include rectal pain or bleeding, diarrhea or constipation, unexplained weight loss, or fatigue. Colonoscopy is usually used to diagnose problems in the colon or rectum. Depending on your colon problem, you may have laparoscopic or open surgery. Many times a larger incision is needed to remove part of the colon. Dr. Weston or his nurses will give you bowel prep instructions and timely scheduling of procedures. Don’t forget the importance of screening you and your family for colon cancer!

Rectum

All bleeding is not cancer! In fact, the most common cause is hemorrhoids. Everyone has them- you just don’t notice them until they swell or bleed. They may cause pain, itching, burning, or bleeding. All kinds of people get them- don’t be embarrassed. Once Dr. Weston confirms a diagnosis of bleeding or swollen hemorrhoids, you can explore together your treatment options. Dr. Weston performs the PPH procedure for a great number of severely symptomatic patients. This is a stapling procedure with less pain and less down time than old-fashioned hemorrhoid surgery.

Dr. Weston is on call to provide service for a variety of urgent or emergent surgical conditions, both major and minor office based procedures. Many biopsies or excisions can easily be accomplished in the office. We are located just off I-485 Exit 1, convenient to both I-77 and I-85 in Charlotte. Call us at 980-297-7400 with any questions you may have concerning your healthcare needs or submit an inquiry and someone from Weston MedSurg Center will contact you within 24 hours.