Wilmington Health’s fellowship-trained and board-certified surgeons treat diseases or injuries that require operative management, including breast disease, hernias, appendicitis, and gallbladder inflammation. In keeping with the latest applications of medical technology, the surgeons have additional training in the use of laser and laparoscopic surgery. And, many of the procedures can be performed at our state-of-the-art Ambulatory Surgery Center.
Wilmington Health surgeons are leaders in comprehensive breast care, offering advanced services through a dedicated High-Risk Breast Clinic with coordinated follow-up and personalized treatment planning. From virtual visits and streamlined genetic testing in partnership with Myriad Genetics—including access to virtual genetic counseling—to complex breast cancer management, patients benefit from seamless, multidisciplinary care. Surgical options range from lumpectomy and mastectomy, including nipple-sparing techniques when appropriate, to combined procedures with plastic surgery for immediate reconstruction. Sentinel lymph node mapping and biopsy further reflect the team’s commitment to precision, staging accuracy, and optimal outcomes.
Innovation is central to Wilmington Health’s surgical approach, with extensive use of robotic and laparoscopic techniques that support faster recovery, reduced pain, and improved surgical precision. Robotic-assisted surgery is available for gallbladder, hernia (inguinal, umbilical, and incisional), and select spleen procedures, while laparoscopic techniques are routinely used for gallbladder, hernia, and intestinal surgery. Surgeons also tailor each procedure using advanced mesh options—including permanent, absorbable, or hybrid materials—when clinically indicated. Complementing these capabilities, the team performs melanoma surgery with sentinel lymph node mapping, skin and soft tissue procedures, and convenient in-office ultrasound-guided biopsies and lesion removals, delivering high-quality surgical care with efficiency, safety, and patient comfort at the forefront.
