Greetings,
I would like to introduce myself to you and share some exciting advances in robotic surgery within my practice. I am a board-certified General Surgeon with Colorectal Fellowship training who has practiced over 30 years. I have seen significant evaluations in minimally invasive surgery with do Vinci robotic surgery over the last decade and have transformed what I offer patients within colorectal surgery, hernia repairs, and abdominal procedures.
Currently the vast majority of colorectal surgeries in Shreveport-Bossier are being preformed with an OPEN TECHNIQUE that can include a lengthy hospital stay (averaging 7-10 days), large incisions with increased risk of hernias, increased wound complications, slower return to normal activities, among other things. Your patients coming to my practice have access to advanced minimally invasive options in surgery that can provide them with meaningful patient benefits and overall improved satisfaction. The potential patient benefits include:
- Shorter hospital stay (1-3 days)
- Smaller incision- average length 2.6 cm
- Less need for narcotic pain medication
- Faster recovery
- HIGH patient satisfaction
- Fewer Complications
When surgery is indicated, I make sure to explain the benefits and risks so each patient can make an informed decision and select the most appropriate option for his/her situation.
Kind Regards,
Larry S. Sasaki, MD, FACS, FICS
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