At the Surgery Center – Dignity Health Medical Group in Bakersfield, our dedicated team of expert surgeons provides high-quality, compassionate care to the Bakersfield area and surrounding communities. We utilize advanced technology to perform a broad spectrum of general and specialized surgical procedures. Whenever possible, we employ minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery. These modern approaches often result in smaller incisions, reduced pain, fewer complications, and a faster recovery.
As our patient, you have convenient access to specialists in colorectal, pediatric and urologic surgery, as well as surgical oncology. Whether you need an appendectomy, hernia repair, colonoscopy or urinary incontinence surgery, our team is committed to helping you heal and quickly return to the activities you enjoy.
We provide expert care for conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, including colorectal cancer. When possible, we use advanced, minimally invasive techniques like robot-assisted surgery.
We provide surgical treatment for conditions like gallbladder problems, hernias, appendicitis, reflux and tumors using minimally invasive and robot-assisted techniques.
We know every journey to health and wellness is different. Whether you need cost estimates, financial assistance, help paying bills or information about accepted insurance plans, we’re here to guide you and help make the process as simple and reassuring as possible.
The Surgery Center at Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield has board-certified surgeons who specialize in:
Pediatric surgery
Urologic surgery
Our surgeons perform a wide range of general surgeries, including:
Appendix removal (appendectomy)
Colorectal cancer surgery
GI tract and endocrine gland procedures
Pediatric surgery
Skin cancer surgery
Stomach cancer surgery
Thyroid cancer surgery
When possible, our surgeons use minimally invasive laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery techniques to help patients recover faster with less pain and scarring than traditional methods.
At the Surgery Center at Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield, we perform various procedures such as colon and rectal surgery, hemorrhoidectomy, colonoscopy and rectal prolapse repair to treat certain colon and rectal conditions. Some of these conditions include:
Anorectal abscess
Anorectal fistula
Colovesical and colovaginal fistula
At the Surgery Center at Dignity Health Medical Group – Bakersfield, we offer comprehensive urological care for both men and women, treating conditions such as:
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate
Bladder and kidney stones
Chronic pelvic and genital pain
Congenital abnormalities
Female pelvic floor reconstruction and rehabilitation
Interstitial cystitis
Penile cancer
Prostate cancer and other prostate conditions
Sexual problems and disorders
Yes. When possible, our surgeons use advanced, minimally invasive laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery techniques to help provide better outcomes for our patients than with traditional surgical techniques.
When compared to traditional methods, minimally invasive laparoscopic and robot-assisted surgery techniques can help patients experience:
Faster recovery
Fewer complications
Less blood loss
Less pain
Quicker return to normal activities
Reduced need for narcotic pain medicines
Smaller incisions with less scarring
Our surgeons use these techniques whenever possible to help promote better patient outcomes.
Recovery after surgery depends on your health and the type of procedure you have. Your care team will discuss what to expect during recovery, including how to care for yourself at home to support your healing.
The Surgery Center at Dignity Health Medical Group in Bakersfield, CA, accepts many major health insurance plans. We recommend confirming your insurance coverage, eligibility and benefits before your visit.
If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, please call our office at (661) 665-0505. We’re happy to answer any questions you may have.
To confirm that your insurance plan is accepted at our clinic, please call us directly. Our caring team is ready to assist you.
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