Surgery/Surgical Services

As you prepare for surgery, you probably have many questions. The Surgical Services department at St. John's knows the importance of compassionate care. We'll answer your questions, understand your concerns and work to ease your fears.

Medical expertise

Surgical Services isn't just about providing the best care. It is also about the best technology and medical expertise. Whether you're visiting us for total joint replacement surgery or peripheral vascular surgery, our experienced medical team has special training in surgical care and a strong commitment to patient safety.

The surgery department provides surgery services for hospital inpatients and outpatients of all ages. We work closely with departments throughout the hospital to offer education and the latest treatment options, such as minimally invasive total joint surgeries and cryosurgery for prostate cancer.

Patient-focused care

To ease nerves and give support, you will be given the opportunity to visit with a member of our Spiritual Care department prior to surgery.

Our nurses will spend time with you before surgery and educate you about what to expect after your procedure.

In addition to providing expert care, we focus on communication and work with your family to keep them informed before, during and after your surgery. When possible, your family is able to stay with you before surgery.

For convenience we offer a patient tracking system that allows your family to view the progress of your procedure from a monitor in the Surgery Services waiting area. It confidentially lets them know when they can anticipate you moving through each phase of surgery - from pre-operation to recovery.

Surgical specialties

St. John's Surgery department is available 24 hours a day for patients who require a Cesarean section or those who need surgery in emergency situations. We perform elective procedures Monday through Saturday and offer a variety of surgical services, including:

• General surgery
• Urology
• Gynecology
• Plastic surgery
• Otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
• Oral surgery
• Orthopaedic
• Neurology
• Peripheral vascular

Pediatric patients

Surgery can be scary for kids and their parents. To lessen stress and answer questions, pediatric patients and their parents are encouraged to tour the surgery center. One parent may also accompany the child into the operating room until he or she is sedated. Parents are also allowed to be with the child in recovery so he or she wakes up to a familiar face.