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Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD is a pediatrician in PHILADELPHIA, PA specializing in general pediatrics. She graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and CHILDREN'S SURGICAL ASSOCIATES LTD.
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. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD graduated from Duke University School of Medicine. She completed residency at Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the General Surgery - American Board of Surgery Pediatric Surgery - American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Residency: Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: General Surgery - American Board of Surgery Pediatric Surgery - American Board of Surgery
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 5 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in PHILADELPHIA, PA.
Dr. Holly L. Hedrick, FACS, MD has received 7 research payments totaling $10,558.
Dr. Holly Hedrick's specialty is general pediatrics. She has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. Areas of expertise for Dr. Hedrick include congenital diaphragmatic hernia, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), and cancer. Dr. Hedrick attended medical school at Duke University School of Medicine. Her training includes residency programs at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School. Dr. Hedrick has received the distinction of Philadelphia Magazine's Top Doctors in Pediatric Surgery. She is professionally affiliated with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
