Orange County gallbladder removal is performed in an inpatient setting under general anesthesia. The entire procedure typically takes just 2 hours or less in the average patient. During laparoscopic surgery, small instruments are inserted through tiny incisions in the abdomen. The surgeon uses these instruments as well as a lighted camera to carry out the procedure and remove the gallbladder with as little scarring and bleeding as possible. This leads to a faster recovery, less post-operative pain, and a lower risk of complications.