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Heart Transplant : A complex surgical procedure to replace a diseased or failing heart with a healthy heart from a deceased donor. This is a last-resort treatment option for individuals with advanced heart failure when other therapies haven't been successful. Careful evaluation and patient selection are crucial for successful outcomes.

Valve Repair : Aims to repair a damaged heart valve, restoring its proper function and preventing complications. Techniques can involve minimally invasive catheter procedures or traditional open surgery, depending on the specific valve and the extent of damage. The goal is to maintain blood flow through the heart without needing valve replacement.

Cosmetic Treatments : A broad term encompassing various procedures that improve a person's appearance. These procedures can be surgical or non-surgical, targeting concerns like wrinkles, scars, unwanted fat, or facial features. Common cosmetic treatments include facelifts, liposuction, Botox injections, and laser skin resurfacing.

Aortic Valve Replacement : Surgical intervention to replace a diseased or dysfunctional aortic valve, the main valve regulating blood flow out of the heart. This is typically done when valve repair is not feasible. Replacement options include mechanical or biological valves, each with its own advantages and considerations.

Liver Transplant : A major surgical procedure to replace a diseased or failing liver with a healthy liver from a deceased donor (cadaveric transplant) or a living donor (living donor transplant). This complex surgery is a potential life-saving treatment for individuals with end-stage liver disease. Careful evaluation and preparation are crucial for both the recipient and the donor.

Bariatric Surgery : A surgical weight loss procedure for individuals with severe obesity (BMI ≥ 40) or those with a BMI ≥ 35 with a weight-related comorbidity like type 2 diabetes. These procedures modify the digestive system to limit food intake and absorption, leading to significant weight loss and potential improvement in weight-related health conditions.  Common types include gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch.

Angioplasty : It is a surgical treatment in which a small wire mesh tube called a stent is inserted into the artery during an angioplasty treatment. To promote better blood flow, the stent is left in place permanently.

Robotic Cardiac Surgery : Robotic cardiac surgery involves doing heart surgery through relatively tiny chest incisions. Surgeons can do cardiac surgery that is far less invasive than open heart surgery by using small devices and robot-controlled equipment.a