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Dr. Charles Byrd
Surgeon
Dr. Charles Byrd is a general surgeon practicing in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Dr. Charles Byrd
- Shreveport, Louisiana
- MD at Tulane University School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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What type of surgeon removes the appendix?
Now appendectomies can be performed laparoscopically. Open repair is not needed. I have done over a thousand laparoscopically. Most of the patients are discharged the next day. READ MORE
Now appendectomies can be performed laparoscopically. Open repair is not needed. I have done over a thousand laparoscopically. Most of the patients are discharged the next day.
How long should you rest after hernia surgery?
If surgery is done laparoscopically, you rest as flat as possible the first day. After this, you can walk all you want. Just avoid heavy lifting and bending.
How long before you can walk after hernia surgery?
if the surgery is for inguinal hernias and is done laparoscopically, one can drive in two days and return to light work in 3 days
Is GERD surgery successful?
Yes, laparoscopic reflux surgery is very successful.
When can I go back to work after hiatal hernia surgery?
if your job description requires bending and lifting, then several weeks of not working is needed. For sedentary work, one can return to work in a week.
How is abdominal hernia surgery performed?
Abdominal wall hernias, laparoscopic surgery can be performed, resulting in quicker recovery.
How long does it take to recover from a lipoma removal?
For small lipomas, normal activity can be resumed the next day. Depending on the location of the lipoma, some restrictions may be required.
How long will I need off work after a laparoscopy?
The return to work is based on the specific type of surgery. Appendectomy done on patients allows them to return to work in 2 days. Gallbladder surgery patients can usually return READ MORE
The return to work is based on the specific type of surgery. Appendectomy done on patients allows them to return to work in 2 days. Gallbladder surgery patients can usually return to light duty in 5-7 days.
What can I eat after laparoscopic surgery?
It depends what kind of laparoscopic surgery. If it is for Gall bladder, full liquids for 4 hours after surgery then low fat. If bowel is resected, then oral intake can be delayed READ MORE
It depends what kind of laparoscopic surgery. If it is for Gall bladder, full liquids for 4 hours after surgery then low fat. If bowel is resected, then oral intake can be delayed for 2 to 5 days
Can you walk after abdominal surgery?
The length of incision determines the time for walking. Some can walk in 2 days
How painful is colon resection surgery?
If the procedure is done laparoscopically the pain is significantly reduced.
What is the best surgery for GERD?
Toupe fundoplication is very effective. However, some benefit from linx device.
How long is the recovery from bowel surgery?
This based on type of bowel surgery. Most small bowel resections can eat in 2-3 days. Colon surgery also can eat in 2-3 days. However, ambulation is based on the size of the READ MORE
This based on type of bowel surgery. Most small bowel resections can eat in 2-3 days. Colon surgery also can eat in 2-3 days. However, ambulation is based on the size of the incision and if it is laparoscopically done or open.
How do you sleep with a hiatal hernia?
Don't lie down to sleep until 4 hours after eating. If reflux is a problem, then elevate the head.
How long does it take to recover from a neck cyst surgery?
Most can return to work in 2 days
Is hernia surgery painful?
Hernia surgery done laproscopicly is not really painful. You can do light work and drive a car in 48 hours.
What is safe to eat after gallbladder surgery?
Low-fat diet for several weeks. If no diarrhea, one can slowly increase food with high fat contents.
What can I expect from a breast lumpectomy?
You are having a test to rule out the potential of a malignancy being present.
Is the laparoscopic method better for appendicitis?
Recovery is faster. Most are discharged the next day. Have done over 1000 and the outcomes are far better than open procedure.
