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Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP is a pediatric urologist in New York, NY specializing in pediatric urology. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1988 and has 38 years of experience. Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell Medicine.
Hydrocele
A hydrocele is a collection of fluid around the testicle that causes swelling in the scrotum. Hydroceles are common in newborns; they develop when the fluid in the sac surrounding each testicle does not get absorbed before birth. Hydroceles in newborns often disappear on their own during the first year of life. They are rare in adults, but when they occur, they are usually caused by injury, infection, or swelling in the scrotum, testicle, or epididymis, which is a coiled tube behind each testicle.
Hydroceles are typically painless, and surgical repair or removal, called hydrocelectomy, is only necessary if they continue to grow. In a hydrocelectomy, the surgeon makes an incision in or near the scrotum and uses suction to drain the fluid. The sac that contained the fluid may be cut and removed as well, or it may be stitched onto the back of the testis and epididymis, before the incision is closed.
This procedure may be done at an outpatient facility, so a hospital stay is usually not required. Normal activities can be resumed a few days following surgery, but exercise and other strenuous activities should be avoided for about two to four weeks.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1988. He completed residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Urology and has a state license in New York.
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School (1988)
Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Urology
Licensed In: New York
Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP appears to accept the following insurance providers: WellCare, Fidelis Care, Medicare Advantage, Affinity Health Plan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Healthfirst, Cigna, Anthem, United Healthcare Empire Plan, United Healthcare Compass, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee Managed Care Plan, Freedom, Community Plan, Rockefeller University - Trustmark, Aetna Weill Cornell Employee PPO Plan, HMO, EPO/POS, Aetna-NYP, Aetna - NYP, Blue Access, EPO, PPO, CHP, Metro/Core/Charter, VNSNY CHOICE, WorldWide Medical and Liberty.
According to our sources, Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Dix P. Poppas, MD, FAAP. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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AirSeal $114 |
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Infyna Chic $16 |
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Dr. Dix Poppas works as a pediatric urology. His clinical interests include bladder cancer, pain, and inguinal hernia. Dr. Poppas is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. He obtained his medical school training at Eastern Virginia Medical School and performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Poppas accepts United Healthcare Compass, Anthem, Blue California, and more. He has received the following distinctions: Eastern Virginia Medical School Summer Student Research Scholar; Listed in Best Doctors in America; and Selected to the the New York Super Doctors list. He welcomes new patients at his office inNew York, NY as reported by NewYork-Presbyterian.
