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Dr. Bruce M. Gao, MD is an urologist in Orange, CA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease) and general practice. He graduated from University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Bruce M. Gao, MD is affiliated with UCI Health and UCI Health Center for Urological Care.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Shock Wave Lithotripsy
Stones are formed when mineral deposits build up and harden in an organ or gland. For example, urine contains minerals that can form crystals and result in kidney or bladder stones. Stones can also occur in other parts of the body, like the mouth. Salivary gland stones form when the chemicals in the saliva harden and get stuck in the tiny ducts of the salivary glands. Pain and swelling are the most common symptoms associated with stones.
Lithotripsy is a procedure used to break up small stones. Shock wave lithotripsy, the most common type of lithotripsy and least invasive way of treating stones, does this using high-powered sound waves. This procedure can treat many types of stones in the body, but it is most frequently used for urinary stones, such as kidney and bladder stones.
Shock wave lithotripsy can be done in one of two ways. Conventionally, this procedure is performed when someone is sitting in a tub of water, and the sound waves travel through the water to their body. A more recent alternative is to send the shock waves through cushions while a patient is lying on a table. Although shock wave lithotripsy is not surgery and requires no cutting, the patient will be given anesthesia before the procedure. Their body should be able to pass the broken-up urinary stones naturally in their urine after treatment. For other types of stones, another minimally invasive procedure may be required to remove stone fragments left by shock wave lithotripsy.
Dr. Bruce M. Gao, MD graduated from University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Toronto Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Urology American Board of Urology - Urology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine
Residency: University of Toronto Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - Urology American Board of Urology - Urology
Licensed In: California
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Bruce M. Gao, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,036
Da Vinci Surgical System $1,036 |
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$963
S~Curve $963 |
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$469
S~Curve $189 |
RESONANCE $149 |
LITHO 150 $131 |
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$150
$150 |
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$93
$93 |
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Dr. Bruce Gao's specialties are general practice and urology (urinary tract disease). Clinical interests for Dr. Gao include urologic (genitourinary) disorders. He is professionally affiliated with UCI Health. He graduated from the University of Calgary Faculty of Medicine and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
