Gallbladder Surgery

Minimally invasive relief from gallstones and gallbladder disease

Overview

About This Service

Gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) is one of the most common procedures Dr. Muffoletto performs. When gallstones, inflammation, or gallbladder dysfunction are causing pain or complications, removing the gallbladder is a safe, definitive solution.

Dr. Muffoletto performs cholecystectomy using robotic techniques through small incisions.

What’s Included

Procedures Included

A range of procedures performed personally by Dr. Muffoletto with consistent surgical philosophy and one-surgeon continuity throughout your care.

Robotic Cholecystectomy

Intraoperative Cholangiogram

Common Bile Duct Exploration

Why It Matters

Key Benefits

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Small Incisions

Three to four tiny incisions instead of a large open incision

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Quick Recovery

Most patients return to normal activities within 2 to 3 weeks

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Definitive Solution

Removes the source of gallstone pain permanently
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Expert Technique

Thousands of gallbladder removals performed by Dr. Muffoletto

What’s Included

How It Works

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Step 01

Consultation including physical examination and review of symptoms, imaging and labs.

2
Step 02

Pre-operative preparation.

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Step 03

Minimally invasive surgery under general anesthesia.

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Step 04

Follow-up with Dr. Muffoletto to monitor recovery.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I live normally without a gallbladder?

Yes. The liver continues to produce bile, which flows directly into the small intestine. Most patients require no long-term dietary changes.

Discomfort is typically mild to moderate and well controlled with oral medication. The minimally invasive approach significantly reduces post-operative pain.
Most patients with desk jobs return within 5 to 7 days. Heavier physical work may require 2 to 3 weeks.
Most patients eat normally within a few weeks. Some find that very high-fat meals cause temporary digestive changes early on.

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