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Dr. John W. Difiore, MD is a pediatric general surgeon in Chagrin Falls, OH specializing in pediatric general surgery. Dr. John W. Difiore, MD is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.
55 Wilding Chase
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
6770 Mayfield Road
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
9500 Euclid Avenue Mail Code R3
Cleveland, OH 44195
Hydrocele
A hydrocele is a collection of fluid around the testicle that causes swelling in the scrotum. Hydroceles are common in newborns; they develop when the fluid in the sac surrounding each testicle does not get absorbed before birth. Hydroceles in newborns often disappear on their own during the first year of life. They are rare in adults, but when they occur, they are usually caused by injury, infection, or swelling in the scrotum, testicle, or epididymis, which is a coiled tube behind each testicle.
Hydroceles are typically painless, and surgical repair or removal, called hydrocelectomy, is only necessary if they continue to grow. In a hydrocelectomy, the surgeon makes an incision in or near the scrotum and uses suction to drain the fluid. The sac that contained the fluid may be cut and removed as well, or it may be stitched onto the back of the testis and epididymis, before the incision is closed.
This procedure may be done at an outpatient facility, so a hospital stay is usually not required. Normal activities can be resumed a few days following surgery, but exercise and other strenuous activities should be avoided for about two to four weeks.
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.
He completed residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is certified by the Surgery - Pediatric Surgery Surgery - General Surgery and has a state license in North Carolina.
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (1996)
Board Certification: Surgery - Pediatric Surgery Surgery - General Surgery
Licensed In: North Carolina
Dr. John W. Difiore, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. John W. Difiore, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 14 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John W. Difiore, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Chagrin Falls, OH.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John W. Difiore, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$122,282
AtriCure cryoICE cryoSPHERE Cryoablation System $91,946 |
ATRICURE CRYOICE CRYOABLATION SYSTEM (CRYO2) $19,587 |
EPI-SENSE GUIDED COAGULATION SYSTEM WITH VISITRAX $314 |
SYNERGY ABLATION SYSTEM $130 |
$10,304 |
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$35,686
Pectus Bar $19,375 |
Pectus Bar Bending Forceps, Standard $11,291 |
Pectus Next Generation $4,180 |
CMF & Thoracic-None $646 |
MEDLINE $195 |
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$10,403
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$3,000
Exparel $3,000 |
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$123
ARISTA AH $123 |
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$101
Endo Stapling $50 |
Electrosurgery $50 |
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Dr. John Difiore practices pediatric general surgery in Cleveland, OH, Chagrin Falls, OH, and Mayfield Heights, OH. Patient reviews placed Dr. Difiore at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Clinical interests for Dr. Difiore include cancer surgery, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), and surgical repair. He trained at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for residency. He is professionally affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.
