LaparoscopicAppendectomy near Austin, TX

Care Philosophy: Volunteering at Brackenridge Hospital, Dr. Sanchez discovered her passion for pediatric medicine. Dr. Sanchez loves her job every day because she can help children get the specialized care they need. She says she is "blessed to be a part of the journey" and is proud to help children and their families find solutions to their problems through her many aspects of work. With the unique insight she has gained as a pediatric surgeon, Dr. Sanchez is the co-Founder of Spoonie Threads along with Saba Kamaras. Launched in 2015, the company creates clothing for kids who have had ports or other external devices installed in their bodies. Spoonie Threads sells ostomy cover bags, antimicrobial insulin pump bags, G-tube pads, and clothing with access holes for feeding tubes or catheters. Dr. Sanchez makes custom outfits and does not release the product until the child it is designed for has approved it. Visit Spoonie Threads!

Biography: Dr. Jay Cheek, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in San Antonio, TX. He is 45 years old. Dr. Jay Cheek, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital.

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.

Biography: Dr. Russell Woodard, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in San Antonio, TX. He is 64 years old. Dr. Russell Woodard, MD is affiliated with Methodist Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Dean Kocay has comprehensive experience performing general surgical procedures for many conditions. Whenever medically possible, Dr. Kocay performs minimally invasive surgery, or laparoscopic surgery, which requires smaller incisions than traditional surgery.Laparoscopy surgery is safer to perform and generally reduces the length of hospital stays and recovery times. Dr. Kocay is also experienced with traditional (open) surgery.Above all, treatment is chosen to meet a patient's individual needs. Dr. Kocay offers a collaborative approach to patient care, working closely with colleagues in other surgical and medical specialties to find the best treatment approach for each patient.