Ashtabula County Medical Center | ACMC Pulse | Winter 2020-21

ACMC Pulse • acmchealth.org 7 THE SURGICAL EXPERTISE available at Ashtabula County Medical Center (ACMC) has you covered— from head to toe. Ear, nose and throat surgery ACMC offers comprehensive care for conditions of the ears, nose and throat, including sinuses, adenoids and ears. This includes nasal blockage or deformity, sinusitis, swallowing disorders, tonsillitis, hearing problems, vocal cord problems, and more. Gastroenterology surgery Gastroenterologists at ACMC offer a variety of surgical options performed on the digestive system. Common procedures include colostomy, colonoscopy and removal of polyps, as well as treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcers, hemorrhoids, diverticulosis and Crohn’s disease. General surgery ACMC’s surgeons perform appendectomies, gallbladder surgery, thoracic surgery, lung biopsy, cancer removal, thyroid surgery, hernia repair and breast biopsy. Gynecologic surgery ACMC’s OB-GYNs perform the latest surgical procedures related to the female reproductive system, including thermal ablation; hysterectomy; and procedures to treat uterine cancer, ovarian cysts, pelvic organ prolapse, irregular menstrual periods, and infertility. Orthopaedic surgery ACMC’s orthopaedic surgeons use state-of-the- art equipment and techniques to repair damaged joints and tendons; replace knee, hip or shoulder joints; repair fractured bones; reconstruct ligaments; and release carpal tunnel tendons. Podiatric surgery ACMC podiatrists offer a variety of surgical procedures for the foot and ankle, such as treatments for bunions, hammertoes, corns, plantar fasciitis and tight tendons. They also perform procedures to help with poor blood circulation, diabetes-related injuries, wound care and sports injuries. Urologic surgery ACMC’s urologists treat a variety of urologic conditions, including prostate cancer, impotence, kidney disease, penile disorders and testicular disorders. They offer the most current procedures for stress urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, erectile dysfunction, overactive bladder and prostate issues. Vascular surgery ACMC offers comprehensive care for vein and arterial blood vessel disorders. Candidates for vascular surgery include patients with carotid artery blockages, chronic leg swelling, hypertension and kidney artery blockage, leg pain due to poor circulation (called claudication), and varicose veins. Surgical specialties at ACMC