LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near College Station, TX

Care Philosophy: I believe in therapeutic collaboration between the patient and providers to reach best outcomes for the patient. Therefore, I listen to my patients and try to meet their individual needs while educating them about their illness and treatment options. I strive to treat my patient the way I would want my own family members to be treated.

Care Philosophy: ``I take pride in delivering patient-centered, high-quality care, with specific attention to clear communication, education, and engagement of patients and their families in their disease processes. It is a privilege to care for patients when they are at their most vulnerable, and my goal as a physician is to treat each patient and their family with the utmost compassion and respect.``

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. Mario Longoria, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Round Rock, TX. He is 53 years old. Dr. Mario Longoria, MD is affiliated with St. David's Round Rock Medical Center and St. David's Georgetown Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Amir Karni, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Houston, TX. He is 56 years old and has been practicing for 29 years. Dr. Amir Karni, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center.

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

Care Philosophy: In a world that is becoming increasingly disconnected due to technology, I strive to give patients a personable experience wherein I can join them in their medical care and decision making without simply dictating what I may feel they need. Patients should expect to have their questions answered to their satisfaction and be given clear options and recommendations that they can then use to make informed decisions about their own health going forward. My staff and I constantly look for ways to provide a more engaging and patient centered atmosphere. Despite the often stressful nature of seeking medical advice, we truly want patients to feel reassured that they will receive friendly, thoughtful and timely care from every member of our office.

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: My philosophy towards my practice of surgery is very simple-treat others as I would want to be treated. In evaluating a patient my first priority is deciding whether an operation is necessary. If surgery is needed, I explain the procedure and recovery in straight forward terms. I always encourage questions; I feel the more someone understands about their healthcare, the better prepared they are for surgery and the recovery. Many procedures such as hernia repair, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, breast surgery and gallbladder surgery can now be preformed as an outpatient. Minimally invasive surgery is frequently an option and is preferred as long as it is just as safe as the more traditional surgical procedures. I strive for a quick recovery making my patients as comfortable as possible. No one wants to have surgery, but if it becomes necessary then care should be given as much empathy, safety and comfort as possible.