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Robotic Myomectomy Leads to a Dream Come True

​Robotic surgery has had a significant impact on many patients’ lives, including Michelle Hetzel, a 43-year-old Long Beach resident. For almost a year, Michelle was experiencing a consistent, sharp pain in her abdomen, as well as the feeling of being very bloated, making her everyday activities challenging and uncomfortable. She underwent multiple tests, yet the … Read More

Women's Health

Wanted to Experience Natural Birth

Nancy Kanoudi had a plan.

Cancer

From Cancer Patient to Cancer-Free Tourist

Mary Sellers underwent an operation, radiation and reconstructive surgery for breast cancer – and went home the next day. A few weeks later, she enjoyed a river cruise between Prague and Budapest