LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near Kingwood, TX

Biography: Charles F. Dendy, DO, FACOS, received his Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University and attended medical school at the University of North Texas Health Sciences Center's Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth. He completed his general surgery internship at Osteopathic Medical Center of Texas and general surgery residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan.Dr. Dendy is board certified in surgery and is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, The American Osteopathic Association and The American Medical Association.Charlie F. Dendy, DO, has special interest in minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive surgery, sometimes called laparoscopic surgery, is done through small incisions. Using specialized techniques, miniature cameras with microscopes, tiny fiber-optic flashlights and special instruments, Dr. Dendy can perform surgery through incisions that require only a stitch or two to close.Minimally invasive surgery means less trauma to the body, less blood loss, smaller surgical scars and less need for pain medication. Patients leave the hospital sooner after minimally invasive surgery and return to normal activities sooner than with conventional open surgery.Dr. Dendy has extensive training in laparoscopic colon resections and laparoscopic hernia repairs including inguinal, ventral/incisional and hiatal hernias. He is committed to bringing the latest surgical advancements to Conroe, Texas.

Care Philosophy: Provide quality surgical care with the least minimal invasive options for a speedier recovery.

Biography: Dr. Michael Reader, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Michael Reader, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Biography: Dr. Richard Caplan, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Richard Caplan, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Biography: Ronak Patel, D.O. is a native Texan. He attended the University of Texas at Austin graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Economics. He went on to attend Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth Texas in which he graduated with honors. He was in the top 5 in his class and obtained the President's Scholar award, given to students who maintained Dean's list throughout every semester in college.Dr. Patel completed his surgical training at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical Center. There he received extensive General Surgery and Trauma training at the Busiest Level 1 Trauma Center in the U.S. by physicians such as Dr. James "Red" Duke and Dr. John B Holcomb. He then went on to the University of South Florida for fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopy and Bariatric Surgery. Training was extensive in Laparoscopic Foregut surgery including but not limited to Nissen Fundoplication, Distal Pancreatectomy, Splenectomy, Bowel resection, Colon surgery and Bariatric surgery with an emphasis on revisional surgeries. He has also completed DaVinci Robotic Surgical Training.He is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). He is Fellowship certified by the ASMBS as well as the fellowship council. He has presented Posters at the annual Obesity Week in the past. Dr. Patel has a strong interest in Bariatric Surgery and the maintenance of weight loss after. He teaches weight sensitivity courses for medical professionals at the hospitals that he works at as he knows the difficulty of weight loss, the importance of it, and the difficulty with expressing the need for help by a patient.

Care Philosophy: I care for my patients by listening to their story, providing information about the disease process, and helping them make informed decisions. I offer care via modern surgical techniques combined with standard of care medical treatments to best treat that disease process.

Care Philosophy: My goal is to provide compassionate and quality surgical care to all of my patients I believe that ideal care consists of supporting each patient s unique physical mental and emotional needs It is a privilege to have the opportunity to provide the best surgical care on an individual level I continue to update my skills and knowledge in order to deliver the safest newest and most ideal treatments for surgical diseases I look forward to assisting my patients through all stages of their surgical care

Biography: Dr. Young Chun, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Young Chun, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist.

Care Philosophy: As a general surgeon with more than 30 years experience practicing not only in Baytown, but in a variety of locations, including New York City, I combine using cutting - edge techniques and equipment with a compassionate approach that puts the patient first in providing the highest quality care to my patients

Care Philosophy: Todd A. Worley, MD, is a minimally invasive surgeon at Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, with specific training in robotic, laparoscopic, and bariatric surgery. Dr. Worley's innovative general surgery practice focuses on anti-reflux, bariatric, gallbladder, and hernia surgeries. Dr. Worley's special interests include robotic and incisionless treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and morbid obesity. His approach is to provide the highest standards in technologically advanced surgical care, along with down-to-earth and comprehensive patient care. Dr. Worley's view of compassionate care means walking with patients through the entire surgery process and devoting as much time to each person as he or she needs.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Asham bases the success of his surgical practice on his patients' long-term good health and well being through personal compassionate and highly skilled care.