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Derek Varney, PAC is in Lebanon, PA specializing in general surgery. Derek Varney, PAC is affiliated with WellSpan Health and WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital.
252 S. 4th Street, 4th and Walnut Streets
Lebanon, PA 17042
735 Norman Drive # Dr3
Lebanon, PA 17042
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.
He is certified by the NCCPA - Natl Comm on Certif of Phys Asst and has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Board Certification: NCCPA - Natl Comm on Certif of Phys Asst
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
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Derek Varney, PAC appears to accept the following insurance providers: Medicare Advantage, AmeriHealth, Highmark Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Cigna, Capital BlueCross, Centene, Geisinger Health Plan, WellSpan Financial Assistance Program participant, Gateway Highmark Wholecare, UPMC Health Plan, HPP/Jefferson Health Plan, Preferred Health Care, John Hopkins Health Care and South Central Preferred.
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Mr. Derek Varney is a specialist in general surgery in Lebanon, PA. In his practice, Mr. Varney focuses on laparoscopic surgery and robotic surgery. He appears to be an in-network provider for Capital BlueCross, Blue California, and Aetna, in addition to other insurance carriers. Mr. Varney is affiliated with WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital. Doctor.com reports that Mr. Varney is accepting new patients at his office in Lebanon, PA.