Surgery
Under Dr. Jedrzejko's care, you may require an elective or emergency surgery. This could be a major or minor procedure with different expectations regarding recovery and prognosis based on your condition.
Dr. Jedrzejko performs a range of surgical procedures on inpatients in hospital and outpatients as day procedures. As a general surgeon, Dr. Jedrzejko is trained to operate in gastrointestinal tract (stomach, intestine, colon, rectum, and anus), biliary system, liver, pancreas, endocrine system, hernias, organ transplants, cancer removal, breast disease, head and neck, blood vessels, skin, and trauma or minor lumps and bumps in the arms, legs, hands and feet.
The most common surgeries performed by a general surgeon include inguinal hernia repair, gall bladder removal (cholecystectomy), appendix removal (appendectomy), breast partial and full mastectomy, and intestinal or colorectal resection.
Resources
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Niagara Health Surgery forms
Niagara Health "Your Hospital Handbook"
Dr. Jedrzejko's General Postoperative Instructions
Images from Niagara Health's
"A Guide to Feeling Better after Colorectal Surgery"
FAQ
What are the possible risks and complications of surgery?
Surgery is almost always associated with certain risks. That is why it is important to discuss and compare the benefits of the surgery against its risks. Dr. Jedrzejko will provide information about the possible complications such as bleeding and infection, and regarding the potential side effects that may occur after the procedure. Methods of post-operative pain control and symptom management will be also discussed by Dr. Jedrzejko. If complications arise, immediate medical attention should be sought.
How long will I stay in hospital?
Your post-surgery hospital stay may vary based on your diagnosis, overall health status, anesthesia given, and the type of surgery you receive. Most patients booked for day surgery can return home within 3 hours after surgery. Most patients having elective inpatient surgery will be discharged home within 2-6 days unless additional care is required. Discharge planning for inpatients undergoing emergency surgery will depend entirely on their recovery.
Do I have to have surgery?
Your body, your choice. It is the responsibility of your surgeon to offer the gold-standard recommendation for your condition, and if that is surgery, accepting the benefits and risks before proceeding. All surgeries are guaranteed to make you different, not always better, so be prepared by asking questions and honouring your goals of care.