Don't Ignore That Bulge: When to See a Doctor for a Hernia
Do you see a bulge in your skin that wasn’t there last week? Perhaps you feel pressure or pain in the area, or it hurts when you cough or laugh. You may have a hernia.
Turnquest Surgical Solutions is a world-class practice of experienced board certified surgeons and medical staff who provide bariatric and general surgical procedures. The physicians serve patients at two office locations at Red Oak and Willowbrook in Houston and are affiliated with many local hospitals. Under the leadership of Dexter Turnquest, MD, FACS, the specially trained medical and professional team provides the highest quality surgical care in a caring, compassionate environment. Weight-loss procedures include LAP-BANDⓇ, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and duodenal switch, as well as revisional bariatric surgery.
The staff is committed to offering a superior standard of care by performing minimally invasive surgical treatments like laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery, whenever possible, to provide the best outcomes while minimizing recovery time. The surgeons at Turnquest Surgical Solutions surgeons also perform a variety of general surgeries, such as hernia repair, gallbladder removal, cancer surgery, uterine fibroid removal, and the LINX procedure for treating acid reflux. The medical team at Turnquest Surgical Solutions is ready to help patients regain and maintain their best health. Call today to schedule a consultation at one of the offices or book an appointment online.
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