Introduction Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has transformed surgical practice by reducing operative trauma, shortening recovery time, and improving patient outcomes. Recent innovations, including single-port laparoscopy (SPL) and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES), exemplify the evolution of MIS toward less invasive, more patient-centered approaches. Says Dr. Joel Durinka, these techniques aim to minimize surgical incisions, preserve […]
Dr. Joel Durinka, MD | General Surgery & Critical Care Insight