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The vertebrae of the back consist of cubes stacked on top of each other that can move in relation to each other like hinges because of facet joints. When changes occur in these facet joints due to an accident or wear and tear, it can cause pain in the back.

A gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) is a procedure in which the gallbladder is removed. The gallbladder is an organ located in the upper right side of the abdominal cavity, against the underside of the liver.

A gastric bypass is a surgical procedure to treat severe obesity. In this procedure, the stomach is reduced to a small "pouch," allowing you to eat less and be full faster. In addition, part of the small intestine is rerouted so fewer calories and nutrients are absorbed.

Hospitalization is always a profound event later in life. We work together to recover as quickly as possible, allowing a return to your home situation.

The hand is a very important but complex body part. It allows us to feel, grasp, manipulate, hold and release objects. Injuries and limitations to the hand can have very profound effects on daily functioning.

The eardrum is a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear. It plays an important role in hearing and protects the middle ear from dirt, water and infection. A small hole or tear in the eardrum often heals on it's own, but sometimes surgical repair is needed. This operation is also called a myringoplasty.