Endocrine Surgery

Each procedure below is one our surgeons perform. Whether any of them is right for you is a decision you make with your surgeon.

• Multinodular Goiter

  An enlarged thyroid containing several nodules. Some cause no symptoms; others press on the neck or affect thyroid function.

• Thyroid Mass

  A growth or nodule in the thyroid that needs evaluation to determine what it is and whether it should be removed.

• Graves' Disease

  A condition in which the immune system causes the thyroid to produce too much hormone. Treatment may include medication, other therapy, or surgery.

• Hashimoto's Disease

  A condition in which the immune system gradually damages the thyroid, often reducing hormone production.

• Hyperparathyroidism

  One or more parathyroid glands release too much hormone, which raises blood calcium and can affect the kidneys and bones.

• Parathyroid Adenoma

  A benign growth on a parathyroid gland that is a common cause of an overactive parathyroid.

Common reasons patients are referred

• A thyroid nodule or enlarged thyroid found on exam or imaging
• Abnormal thyroid laboratory results
• Elevated blood calcium or an abnormal parathyroid hormone level
• Kidney stones or bone loss being investigated as parathyroid-related

When professional evaluation may be appropriate

• You or your provider notices a lump or swelling in the front of the neck
• You have difficulty swallowing or a persistent hoarse voice
• Blood work shows abnormal thyroid or calcium levels
• Your primary care provider or endocrinologist recommends surgical evaluation