Harrison General Surgery – Jason Harrison, MD, PA
Surgical Procedures
We perform the follow surgeries:
- Breast Biopsy
If your primary care physician or Ob-Gyn detects a lump in your breast, he or she will refer you to Dr. Harrison for a biopsy. A breast biopsy is used to detect whether or not a lump is malignant—that is, whether it is cancerous—and early detection has helped save thousands of lives. - Cholectsyectomy
Your gallbladder is located under your liver in the upper right quadrant of your abdomen. Stones, thickenings of the gallbladder wall, and obstruction of the bile duct are a few reasons that you may have a gallbladder attack. Your primary care physician or Dr. Harrison can determine whether you have a gallbladder infection by using an ultrasound or HIDA scan. Gallbladder removal surgery can prevent you from having further pain, suffering, and future gallbladder attacks. - Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis often presents itself as abdominal pain and can be a surgical emergency. The condition is caused when pouches in the colon—called diverticula—become inflamed. This is usually due to blockage caused by feces or food particles, like popcorn or nuts. Diverticulitis is generally diagnosed by symptoms and can often be confirmed with a CT scan. - Hernia Repair
An abdominal hernia occurs when the stomach muscles are weakened and organs start to bulge through the abdominal wall. Abdominal hernias can occur at the site of a previous surgical incision (incisional hernia), behind the bellybutton (umbilical hernia), in the groin area (inguinal hernia), or the upper portion of the stomach (hiatal hernia).
- Parathyroidectomy
The parathyroid is comprised of four small glands, usually located directly behind the thyroid in the lower neck. Hyperparathyroidism occurs when one or more parathyroid glands releases too much parathyroid hormone without regard to the already high levels of calcium within your blood stream. Hyperparathyroidism can result in osteoporosis, depression, fatigue and constipation. - Thyroidectomy
A thyroidectomy may be necessary if you have been diagnosed with thyroid cancer or you have a nodule that is larger than 1cm and it is growing. Your primary care physician and Dr. Harrison can help you decide when this operation may be necessary. - Weight Loss Surgery
The good news is, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans struggle with obesity, a disease that can not only affect your emotional well-being, but also pose serious risks to your health. We understand your fears and frustrations, and we can help you overcome obesity and live a longer, healthier life through weight loss surgery.