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Dr. Joseph Edward Ronaghan
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Dr. Joseph Ronaghan is a general surgeon practicing in Fort Worth, Texas. Dr. Ronaghan specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Ronaghan provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Dr. Joseph Edward Ronaghan
- Fort Worth, Texas
- MD--Tulane University
- Accepting new patients
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Is there a surgery for anal fissures?
The classic treatment for this condition is a surgical procedure called anal sphincterotomy, which splits the internal anal sphincter and relaxes that muscle so the fissure can READ MORE
The classic treatment for this condition is a surgical procedure called anal sphincterotomy, which splits the internal anal sphincter and relaxes that muscle so the fissure can heal. Recently, Botox injections have been used to accomplish the same effect, which greatly decreases discomfort and healing time. You need to discuss this with a colon/rectal surgeon to get the best recommendation.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
What does a hair transplant procedure involve?
There are many different techniques available for this procedure. All are safe and effective, and vary in price. I suggest you use WebMD.com or google to see pictures and videos READ MORE
There are many different techniques available for this procedure. All are safe and effective, and vary in price. I suggest you use WebMD.com or google to see pictures and videos of the various techniques, then explore the resources in your community.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Is diarrhea and pain after a surgery normal?
Loose stools and pain for a few days following gallbladder surgery is not unusual. If the loose stools contain noticeable mucus or bright red blood, you should contact your surgeon READ MORE
Loose stools and pain for a few days following gallbladder surgery is not unusual. If the loose stools contain noticeable mucus or bright red blood, you should contact your surgeon or go to the emergency room to be evaluated for possible antibiotic-induced colitis. Otherwise, the loose stools usually resolve with resumption of normal diet. Using a heating pad on you abdomen can help alleviate the pain.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Can back pain be completely treated with back surgery?
If indeed you have a “slipped disc”, surgery will be the most likely therapy to give you long term relief. I suggest you consult a neurosurgeon and heed his recommendations. Good READ MORE
If indeed you have a “slipped disc”, surgery will be the most likely therapy to give you long term relief. I suggest you consult a neurosurgeon and heed his recommendations. Good luck!!
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Do I need surgery for gallstone removal?
If your gallstones are causing symptoms (pain, nausea, bloating) then the treatment will be laparoscopic removal of the gall bladder. If you have no symptoms, then watchful waiting READ MORE
If your gallstones are causing symptoms (pain, nausea, bloating) then the treatment will be laparoscopic removal of the gall bladder. If you have no symptoms, then watchful waiting is acceptable. Symptomatic gallstones in diabetics must always be removed... Good luck!!
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
I have pain in the inguinal hernia surgery wound. Is re-surgery necessary?
You need to discuss this with your surgeon. Chronic postoperative pain could signify nerve entrapment, recurrent hernia, or osteitis pubis. Sometimes surgery is required, and other READ MORE
You need to discuss this with your surgeon. Chronic postoperative pain could signify nerve entrapment, recurrent hernia, or osteitis pubis. Sometimes surgery is required, and other conditions can be managed with medications and physical therapy. Complications from possible mesh placement should also be considered. Good luck!
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Parotid seroma keeps coming back after draining
Your problem sounds less like a seroma and more like a fluid collection of salivary fluid due to a leaking salivary duct. Seromas don’t recur within a couple of hours, but a salivary READ MORE
Your problem sounds less like a seroma and more like a fluid collection of salivary fluid due to a leaking salivary duct. Seromas don’t recur within a couple of hours, but a salivary fistula can. I suggest you discuss this possibility with your surgeon, and ask him to test the fluid for amylase content. Salivary fluid will be very high in amylase, and a seroma will not. Your surgeon can then determine the best course of action depending on the results.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Having my gallbladder removed - will my life be different after?
In most cases your life improves significantly after gall bladder surgery. Very few people have any digestive issues, and unless they have a diet restriction due to some other READ MORE
In most cases your life improves significantly after gall bladder surgery. Very few people have any digestive issues, and unless they have a diet restriction due to some other medical condition, most patients can resume a normal, unrestricted diet without difficulty.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Quitting smoking before surgery?
If general anesthesia is planned for elective surgery, you should quit smoking for at least 6 weeks prior to the procedure. Abruptly quitting smoking causes an increase in mucus READ MORE
If general anesthesia is planned for elective surgery, you should quit smoking for at least 6 weeks prior to the procedure. Abruptly quitting smoking causes an increase in mucus secretion by the lungs and trachea, and this process needs time to subside before anesthesia. Make sure you discuss this issue with both your surgeon and anesthesia provider before surgery.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
I had back surgery. Should I see a chiropractor or avoid it?
If you are having back pain I would recommend you return to the physician who performed your surgery. He is most familiar with your back issues, and would likely be more efficient READ MORE
If you are having back pain I would recommend you return to the physician who performed your surgery. He is most familiar with your back issues, and would likely be more efficient in identifying your problem.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Off and on lower right abdominal pain
You don’t say if you’re male or female and how old you are, so that really opens up the possibilities. Appendicitis is usually associated with pain starting by the belly button READ MORE
You don’t say if you’re male or female and how old you are, so that really opens up the possibilities. Appendicitis is usually associated with pain starting by the belly button and moving to the right lower quadrant where it becomes constant and increasing. It may be associated with fever, vomiting and diarrhea. Intermittent pain in a pre-menopausal female could be related to mid-cycle ovulation pain or an ovarian cyst. It would be best to see a gynecologist or primary care physician for a thorough evaluation, which may include sonograms and/or CT scans.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Nausea after surgery
Your problem is not unusual. There are multiple sites in the brain called "trigger zones" that control nausea. Anesthesia specialists need to block all of these zones to prevent READ MORE
Your problem is not unusual. There are multiple sites in the brain called "trigger zones" that control nausea. Anesthesia specialists need to block all of these zones to prevent excess postop nausea, and this requires giving you 4-6 different medications before you go sleep. Discuss this problem with your anesthesia provider before your next surgery, and you should have a better result.
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
I have chronic knee pain
You should consult an Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in total joint replacement surgery and have him perform a complete evaluation. I would suggest a surgeon who is part of READ MORE
You should consult an Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in total joint replacement surgery and have him perform a complete evaluation. I would suggest a surgeon who is part of a medical school faculty, and would rely on his expertise. Good luck!!
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
Joseph E. Ronaghan, MD, FACS, FICS
Associate Professor, Dept. of Surgery
