Special procedures available include the exciting new technique of laparoscopic adrenalectomy and minimally-invasive parathyroid gland surgery , including the use of intraoperative monitoring of parathyroid hormone levels.
Most patients express high satisfaction with avoiding hospitalization.
The Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center boasts a very strong thyroid unit, with endocrinologists working closely with surgeons in manageing patients with thyroid cancer. The Division of General Surgery has taken a leadership role in developing innovative techniques for the management of patients with hyperparathyoidism. Minimally invasive parathyroidectomy can now be performed, using a highly sensitive probe that precisely localizes the site of a parathyroid adenoma at the time of operation. This allows for minimization of the dissection needed, and allows for outpatient management with minimal patient discomfort. Intraoperative monitoring of parathyroid hormone is used as needed.