Leading Gallbladder Surgery & Treatment in Jersey City, NJ

If you have gallstones and need to have your gallbladder removed, Joseph F. Popovich, MD, FACS, in Jersey City, New Jersey, can help. He’s one of the top surgeons in New Jersey and can remove your gallbladder laparoscopically or robotically to minimize your risk and reduce your recovery time. Call today or schedule a consultation using the online booking button.

What is the gallbladder?

If you have gallstones and need to have your gallbladder removed, Joseph F. Popovich, MD, FACS, a top gallbladder surgeon in Jersey City, NJ, can help. He can remove your gallbladder laparoscopically or with robot-assisted surgery, minimizing risks and reducing recovery time. Call today or schedule a consultation online.

Why would I need my gallbladder removed?

You may need gallbladder removal in Jersey City if you’re experiencing complications from gallstones. Common reasons for gallbladder surgery (cholecystectomy) include:

• Gallstones in the gallbladder or bile duct
• Gallbladder is inflamed
• Pancreatitis due to gallstones

Gallbladder surgery is very common and considered a low-risk surgery.

How is the gallbladder removed?

Dr. Popovich performs gallbladder removal using either laparoscopic or robot-assisted techniques.

Laparoscopic surgery

 During laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, Dr. Popovich uses a laparoscope—a surgical telescope inserted through a small incision in the abdomen. The laparoscope transmits images to a monitor, guiding the surgeon as he removes the gallbladder through additional small incisions. Recovery is typically faster, and most patients go home the same day.

Dr. Popovich then inserts his surgical tools through other incisions and removes your gallbladder using the images created by the laparoscope as his guide.

The procedure takes 1-2 hours, and you should be able to go home the same day.

Robot-assisted

In robot-assisted gallbladder surgery, Dr. Popovich makes one small incision in the bellybutton or a few small abdominal incisions. Using robotic tools he controls, the camera and instruments allow precise removal of the gallbladder.

Dr. Popovich determines the best gallbladder removal method after examining your condition and reviewing your medical history.

What happens after my gallbladder is removed?

While you can live without your gallbladder, bile is important for fat digestion. After gallbladder surgery\, you may need a low-fat diet for a short period as your body adapts. For expert gallbladder surgery in Jersey City, contact Dr. Popovich today. Book Your Appointment Now.