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Surgeries & Procedures

One of the best examples of Saint Alphonsus' nationally recognized commitment to cutting-edge technology and clinical innovation can be observed every day in the medical center's surgical services departments.

The hospital's primary surgical programs in Orthopedics, neurosurgery, trauma, cardiothoracic and general-vascular, among other specialties, are recognized for advanced technology and minimally invasive procedures. These surgical programs help patients heal faster and leave the hospital earlier—thanks to the expertise of surgeons in the Treasure Valley, some of whom are recognized nationally and internationally for their knowledge and skills.

The Surgical Services Program at Saint Alphonsus includes a dedicated team of anesthesiologists, nurses, technicians and technologists. These professionals are accredited in their respective fields and active in annual continuing education opportunities.

Throughout its history, Saint Alphonsus has built a reputation as a leader in innovative surgery. In 1976, the hospital developed the area's first outpatient surgery center. Saint Alphonsus has launched the state's first formalized Bariatric (weight-loss) Surgery Program for the morbidly obese, as well as Transfusion-Free surgery for patients who choose no allogeneic, or whole blood, as part of their surgery.

With community support, Saint Alphonsus brought daVinci™ Surgical System and Novalis® Shaped Beam Surgery to area patients. The sophisticated daVinci™ robot is utilized for complex, minimally invasive surgeries. Saint Alphonsus also offers Novalis® Shaped Beam Surgery as a non-invasive treatment option for cancer, benign brain tumors and vascular disorders. This advanced approach to stereotactic radiosurgery and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) furthers distinguishes Saint Alphonsus' comprehensive minimally invasive surgery program, which augments faster healing and less trauma for patients.

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