Surgery
Surgery is a branch of medicine that involves treating diseases or injuries by adjusting or removing organs, tissues or bones. Surgery includes both necessary procedures, like cardiac surgery, or elective procedures, such as joint replacement.
General surgery in Decatur, Texas
We know getting surgery can be overwhelming. We want to assure you that you are not alone.
At Medical City Decatur, a campus of Medical City Denton, we are equipped with advanced technology that allows us to offer inpatient, outpatient and same-day surgery. Our healthcare team always includes you and your family in your plan of care — from admission to discharge. Through patient education and staff dedication, we are committed to making your surgical experiences as stress-free as possible.
Experts available 24/7
Free medical information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free medical information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Our surgical care program
In our medical-surgery unit, we provide high-quality treatments using advanced technology and comprehensive postoperative care.
Surgical procedures we perform
We continue to expand our facilities and services to better serve you. We offer specialty surgical procedures, advanced equipment and holistic support.
Some of the types of surgery we perform include:
- Ear, nose and throat surgery
- General surgery
- Gynecological surgery
- Obstetric surgery
- Ophthalmology surgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Podiatry surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Spine surgery
- Thoracic surgery
- Urological surgery
Bariatric surgery
Our weight loss surgery program provides high-quality, compassionate care for those seeking treatment for obesity. We use evidence-based procedures, including gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery, to help you lead a healthier lifestyle and decrease your risk for weight-related diseases.
Heart and vascular surgery
Our vascular surgeons combine their expertise with a personalized approach to care. We offer minimally invasive catheter procedures for cardiac and vascular conditions, and strive to make you feel calm and confident in your care.
Pediatric surgery
Surgical procedures are uniquely challenging for children and parents. Our hospital staff ensures your child feels safe by getting to know them before the procedure. After a nurse welcomes you, we do everything we can to make their experience a pleasant one with details such as in-room televisions and playful hospital gowns. Your family will have the opportunity to ask a lot of questions, and our answers are tailored to be developmentally appropriate for your child.
Robot-assisted surgery
Our robotic surgery system uses leading-edge technology to create an immersive, 3-dimensional view of the operating field. This provides our surgeons unprecedented access to the body through a highly magnified view, virtually extending their eyes and hands.
Your surgeon remains 100% in control of the system as the technology translates their hand movements into small, precise movements of tiny instruments inside your body. Robot-assisted surgery often has fewer complications, minimal scarring and faster recovery time, and requires a shorter hospital stay.
Some of the types of robotic surgery we perform include:
- Bariatric surgery
- Colorectal surgery
- General surgery
Perioperative services
Our perioperative services department is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care at each stage of the process, including planning and preparing for surgery, during surgery and recovering from surgery.
Preoperative assessment
When you are scheduled for surgery, a nurse will perform a preoperative assessment beforehand. During this appointment, the nurse will get your medical and surgical history and ask for a list of current medications with dosages. Our nurse will answer your questions, explain procedures and give you an arrival time for the day of surgery.
Preoperative room
Our preoperative room is used to get you ready for surgery. The nurse will bring perform a routine check-up. An anesthesia provider will visit you here to discuss options and answer questions about sedation and health concerns.
Anesthesia services
Anesthesia is a critical component of many hospital services. Our team provides 24-hour coverage for thousands of elected and emergency procedures each year, including:
- Cardiac procedures including cardiac catheterizations, valve surgery and bypass surgery
- Diagnostic tests and nonsurgical procedures where you need to remain still, including imaging or scanning procedures and gastrointestinal procedures
- Epidural analgesia for pain management during labor and delivery
- Postoperative pain relief that allows for rest, relax and proper recovery
- Treatment of chronic pain
Postoperative recovery and care
Wise Health System wants to ensure our patients are as comfortable as possible and prevent any complications, like infections, after undergoing surgery. Our healthcare professionals observe, assess and treat our patients’ needs through recovery until they are discharged.