Indiana has the 12th highest adult obesity rate in the nation. Exercise and diet alone often fails to effectively treat people with extreme and excessive obesity. Bariatric surgery is an operation that is performed in order to help such individuals lose weight. Evidence suggests that bariatric surgery may lower death rates for patients with severe obesity, especially when coupled with healthy eating and lifestyle changes after surgery.
Breast cancer surgery is a key component of breast cancer treatment that involves removing the cancer with an operation. Surgery is usually the first line of attack against breast cancer as the goal is to remove cancer cells from your breast. Decisions about surgery depend on many factors. You and your doctor will determine what is best for your individual care as this is your personal journey.
GVS is the leader in treating surgical conditions such as: Hernias, Gallbladder issues, trauma care, and pediatric surgical services. Our Physicians will diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate your conditions whether through an office visit, consult, or while providing emergency coverage to the three major hospitals across Michiana.
Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in both men and women. One in 22 men and one in 24 women will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime. These facts are presented in the current edition of the American Cancer Society: Colorectal Cancer Facts. Leading publications, like this one, are closely followed by our GVS Surgeons in order to promote or preserve the health of our patients before complications and life-changing events occur. We believe in preventative care as much as surgical care. Therefore, our robust screening and treatment of colon health is a core focus of the GVS Team. See how we can care for you.
Our GVS surgeons champion the repair to a broad spectrum of vascular issues. From Aneurysms, Carotid stenosis, to peripheral circulation, GVS will treat and provide detailed ultrasound right in our office. Our timely response to dialysis access creation that has been provided for the past few decades comes with evaluation and management from experienced surgeons every step of the way.