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BIOGRAPHY

Conditons treated by Dr. Piotr Major

Here is a list of some of the conditions the General Laparoscopic Surgeon Piotr Major treats:

  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Morbid Obesity
  • Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder)
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Complicated Acute Appendicitis
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Loose Abdominal Skin and Muscles
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Inguinal Hernia (in Groin)

Laparoscopic surgery is the best treatment option for many digestive problems even when these could be treated successfully with or medications or lifestyle changes. The General Laparoscopic Surgeon performs “minimally invasive” surgery to treat various digestive conditions. Laparoscopic surgery is preferred for the treatment of diseases like diverticulitis, gall bladder stones, and ulcerative colitis.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Piotr Major

The conditions requiring laparoscopic surgery produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. Some of these signs and symptoms include:

  • Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements
  • Back pain between your shoulder blades
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Sudden and rapidly intensifying pain in your abdomen
  • Constipation or diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Flatulence
  • Abdominal bloating

Abdominal problems may show other symptoms, which depend on the underlying disease or condition. Stomach problems are mostly related to the digestive system, but might also be linked to other body systems.

Operating Hours of Dr. Piotr Major

If you want to seek consultation from doctor Piotr Major, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Piotr Major

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Piotr Major perform are given below:

  • Hemicolectomy
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Abdominoplasty ( Tummy Tuck)
  • Whipples Procedure
  • Appendectomy
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic gallbladder removal may the best option to get rid of gallbladder complications. There are many advantages of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, such as smaller incision, less pain than after open surgery, and quicker recovery compared to open surgery.

Qualification

  • Jagiellonian University Collegium Medicum, Faculty of Medicine

Past Experiences

  • In 2014, he defended his doctoral dissertation and obtained the title of doctor of medical sciences. Since 2010, he has been specializing in general surgery at the Department of Endoscopic Surgery, Metabolic and Tissue Tissues at the University Hospital in Krakow
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MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Member of the Society of Polish Surgeons and IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders).

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Author and co-author of numerous scientific papers in domestic and foreign medical journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Abdominoplasty ( Tummy Tuck)
  • Appendectomy
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Hemicolectomy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Lap Gastric Banding
  • Laparoscopic Gall Bladder Removal
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy
  • Whipple's Procedure

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Piotr Major have?
Dr. Piotr Major is a specialized General Laparoscopic Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Jelenia Gora, Poland.
Does Dr. Piotr Major offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Piotr Major have?
Dr. Piotr Major is one of the most sought after specialists in Poland and has over 10 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to General Laparoscopic Surgeon

What does a General Laparoscopic Surgeon do?

A doctor who is trained in laparoscopic surgery is called a general Laparoscopic Surgeon. Laparoscopy is a type of operation performed in the abdomen and pelvis using several small incisions with the help of a camera. The doctor also uses a laparoscope for diagnosis or therapeutic interventions with some small cuts in the abdomen. There are many other works that a General Laparoscopic Surgeon handles like monitoring general health problems that generally a general physician addresses. They also perform diagnostic tests to find out the underlying conditions. Some other conditions that a gynecologist can treat are Cholecystitis, Hernias, and Appendicitis.

What are the tests required before and during the consultation by a General Laparoscopic Surgeon?

There are various diagnostic tests that help a General Laparoscopic Surgeon diagnose conditions related to the abdomen and pelvis. The tests are:

  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • CT scan Abdomen
  • Skrotal Doppler
  • Physical Exam
  • Urine Tests
  • Ingunial Ultrasound
  • Blood Tests

If a person shows symptoms related to the abdomen and pelvis, different tests are done to identify the cause of the condition. The doctor will perform some tests to detect the condition and plan the treatment as per the test report.

When should you go to see a general laparoscopic surgeon?

Because general laparoscopic surgeons have a deep subject knowledge in complex surgery, they perform a wide variety of emergency procedures. You should see a general surgeon if you have a hernia, appendicitis, gallstones, or even a gunshot wound. Some of the symptoms which require a consultation with a General Laparoscopic Surgeon are:

  1. Reduced appetite and weight loss
  2. Persistent change in your bowel habits
  3. Nausea and vomiting.
  4. Fever.
  5. Abdominal tenderness
  6. Loss of appetite
  7. Abdominal pain and cramping.
  8. Blood in your stool.