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Dr. Jason Thomas Ricciuti, MD is a gynecologic oncologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in gynecologic oncology. He graduated from University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine. Dr. Jason Thomas Ricciuti, MD is affiliated with SSM Health DePaul Hospital, SSM Health, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis, St. Luke's Hospital, St. Luke's and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.
Gynecologic Surgery
Gynecologic surgery is surgery performed on a woman's pelvic region. It is usually performed by an OB/GYN and can involve the bladder, rectum, or reproductive organs. Surgery in this area may be performed for many reasons, but the most common procedures include:
More and more, gynecologic surgery is moving towards the use of minimally invasive surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses several small incisions and tiny tools and scopes to perform the operation, rather than one large opening. While it is not appropriate in every case, minimally invasive surgery can lead to less scarring, less blood loss, faster recovery, and a lower chance for infection. Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery may be performed with a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera on the end that allows the surgeon to see inside the body. It may also be performed robotically, using even smaller tools and cameras that a surgeon controls from a computer. Robotic surgery allows even better vision, precision, and control than laparoscopic surgery.
Over the course of a lifetime, many women need pelvic surgery to stay healthy. Qualified gynecologic surgeons will have the right tools at their disposal to provide care with a minimum of discomfort.
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.
Dr. Jason Thomas Ricciuti, MD graduated from University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine. He completed residency at Magee Women's Hospital. He is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology Drug Enforcement Administration Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs Missouri State Board of Registration and has a state license in Missouri.
Medical School: University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine
Residency: Magee Women's Hospital
Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology Drug Enforcement Administration Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs Missouri State Board of Registration
Licensed In: Missouri
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Dr. Jason Ricciuti is a physician who specializes in gynecologic oncology. Patients rated Dr. Ricciuti highly, giving him an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Ricciuti include pelvic problems, ovarian cancer screening, and gynecologic cancer. He is a graduate of the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine. He trained at Magee Women's Hospital for residency. He is professionally affiliated with SSM Health DePaul Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis, and St. Luke's.
