Highly Specialized Care You Can Count On
The organs of the hepatobiliary system are the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts. These organs, along with pancreas, are important in digestion and perform a variety of complex jobs that aid in other bodily functions. Diseases and illnesses of the liver, pancreas and bile ducts can be complex, and require a specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment. In many cases, surgery is the best way to restore your health.
St. Joseph’s Health is a leader in evaluating and treating the full range of cancerous and noncancerous liver, pancreas, gallbladder and bile duct conditions, from common disorders such as gallstones, to complex bile duct stones, and rare liver and gallbladder cancers. Our team of skilled surgeons have specialized training and deep experience in surgical techniques specifically designed for these conditions. We use minimally invasive techniques whenever possible, including advanced robotic and laparoscopic procedures. This allows for a faster recovery, fewer days in the hospital and less pain after surgery. We are also one of the few hospitals in the region to offer Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC), a heated, sterilized chemotherapy solution delivered directly to the abdomen during a surgical procedure to help destroy any remaining cancer cells.
We are committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive care, from initial consultation and diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. Because these are often highly complicated cases affecting multiple organs, our surgeons work closely with experts in other medical specialties, including oncologists, gastroenterologists, interventional radiologists and hepatologists. Together, they help determine the best treatment plan that best meets your needs.
Conditions We Treat
- Bile duct cancer
- Bile duct constriction
- Cirrhosis
- Cysts in the liver, bile ducts or pancreas
- Gallbladder cancer
- Gallbladder inflammation
- Gallstones
- Liver cancer
- Liver failure
- Liver tumors
- Pancreatic cancer
- Pancreatic cystic masses
- Pancreatic tumors
- Pancreatitis
Advanced Treatment Options
Our expert hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery specialists offer a wide range of treatment options, many of which can be performed using minimally invasive techniques, using small incisions. We specialize many pancreatic and hepatobiliary procedures, including the following:
- Liver resection/hepatectomy: surgery to remove part or all of your liver
- Liver biopsy
- Drainage of liver cysts
- Bile duct reconstruction
- Cholecystectomy: surgery to remove your gallbladder
- Splenectomy: surgery to remove your spleen
- Gastrectomy: surgery to remove all or part of your stomach
- Thyroidectomy: surgery to remove all or part of your thyroid
- Whipple procedure/ pancreaticoduodenectomy: surgery to remove cancer in the pancreas
- Pancreas resection/pancreatectomy: surgery to remove all or part of the pancreas