A hernia is a condition in which part of an organ protrudes through the wall of the cavity that contains it; surgery is often the only remedy.
Women with uterine fibroids who opt to have them surgically removed will usually be given general anesthesia before their procedure.
Minimally invasive (also known as laparoscopic or keyhole) procedures are making many surgeries dramatically safer and more tolerable.
Patients with A-fib benefit from specialized anesthesiology. Learn more about this treatment.
Pain relief after surgery is a common concern. Most people experience some discomfort after procedures, and several treatments can help bring comfort.
Robotic surgery helps surgeons operate more precisely and in smaller spaces. Incisions can be smaller, which accelerates healing.
For patients having a colonoscopy, Yale Medicine's anesthesiologists offer both conscious sedation and general anesthesia, tailored to your needs.
Cardiac bypass surgery presents special risks related to limited blood flow to the heart. Yale Medicine anesthesiologists have expertise in this area.
Giving birth by caesarean section (C-section) is safer than ever. Today's anesthesiology and pain management treatments ease pain for mothers.
Organ transplants, including heart, liver, kidney and pancreas, require highly specialized anesthesiology skills.