Hernia Repair-Inguinal In general terms, we can say that a hernia occurs when the layers that make up the abdominal wall weaken. Hernia Repair-Hiatal Normally, the diaphragm has an opening for the esophagus to pass through where it connects with the stomach. A hiatal hernia occurs when part of the stomach pushes upward through this small opening. Laparoscopy Diagnostic A laparoscopic surgical procedure may aid in diagnosis or to treat a medical problem in your abdomen - the area between your chest and groin. Gallbladder Removal The gallbladder is a small organ located below the liver. It's function is to store bile used by the intestines to digest food. Gallbladder Removal-Hassan Trocar The gallbladder is a small organ located below the liver. A special instrument called a Hassan Trocar is inserted through the opening in the navel. Spleen Removal The Spleen is located behind the stomach and to the left of the liver. Specifically, the spleen picks out and destroys red blood cells that are no longer useful. Anti-Reflux When you have reflux disease, the weakened muscle allows the contents of your stomach to back up into your esophagus. This can cause considerable discomfort, chest pain and belching. Lower GI Endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used by your doctor to inspect the inside of your rectum and colon. . Upper GI Endoscopy is a diagnostic procedure used by your doctor to inspect the inside of your throat, esophagus, stomach and upper intestine. Gastric Bypass Gastric Bypass is a surgical procedure used to help a patient lose weight. It is usually recommended to help those who are morbidly obese.