Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Minimally invasive removal of the gallbladder — the most commonly performed laparoscopic procedure.
Understanding gallbladder removal
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive operation performed through a few keyhole incisions rather than one large cut. Using a laparoscope — a slender camera — and fine instruments, Dr. Torres performs the entire procedure while watching a magnified view on a screen. The result is the same surgical outcome with far less disruption to your body.
Is this procedure right for you?
You may need this if you have recurrent gallstones, gallbladder inflammation (cholecystitis), biliary colic, or gallbladder polyps. Symptoms often include pain in the upper-right abdomen after fatty meals, nausea, and bloating.
Only a surgical consultation can confirm whether you're a candidate. This page is educational and not a substitute for medical advice.
The "band-aid surgery" approach
A simple look at how a keyhole operation actually works.
Recovery expectations
- Home the same day or after one night
- Light activity within 2–5 days
- Full recovery in 1–2 weeks
- Follow-up check via UCMS patient portal
Pre-op preparation
- Fasting from midnight before surgery
- Pause certain medications (we'll advise)
- Pre-operative labs & clearance
- Arrange a companion for discharge
Post-op care, handled for you
After your procedure, recovery instructions, wound-care guidance, and your follow-up schedule are delivered through the UCMS patient portal — so nothing slips through the cracks.