Dr. Samuel M. Hykin, MD

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720 Hoosick Rd Troy NY, 12180 Show map

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Dr. Samuel Hykin is a general surgeon practicing in Troy, NY. Dr. Hykin 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. Hykin provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.

Education and Training

Upstate Medical University MD 2012

University of Rochester Bariatric Fellowship 2018

Board Certification

American Board of Surgery

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How long does pain last after bypass surgery?
Pain after bariatric surgery is generally pretty mild. I will send patients home with a small amount of narcotic pain medication, but the vast majority of patients do very well with just Tylenol by the time they get home. READ MORE
How much rest is needed after bypass surgery?
After bariatric surgery, I would have you up and walking as soon as you recover from the anesthesia. Getting up and moving is the best way to help your body absorb the gas that is used to inflate you abdomen. It also helps prevent blood clots and pneumonia. READ MORE
How long do you stay in hospital after open hernia surgery?
It depends on what type of hernia is being fixed. For a standard inguinal hernia, most patients will go home the same day. If it is a large ventral wall hernia that requires a more extensive abdominal wall reconstruction, you could be in the hospital for a few days. READ MORE
Do lipomas grow back after surgical removal?
Lipomas can grow back after surgery. Sometimes during surgery, the "capsule" that contains the tissue can break or the lipoma may not be completely removed which can increase the risk of recurrence. READ MORE
How long do you stay in hospital after bladder sling surgery?
Bladder sling surgery is a procedure performed by gynecologists and some urologists. I would be speaking out of turn if I were to comment on length of stay for that type of procedure. I would encourage you to contact a gynecologist or a urologist for details about bladder sling surgery READ MORE
How do you treat appendicitis without surgery?
In Europe, there are a series of studies that look at non-surgical management of appendicitis. The patients in these reports are carefully selected based on their medical condition at the time of diagnosis as well as the findings on imaging as it relates to the status of their appendix. Most surgeons in the United States would approach appendicitis in an adult with surgery as the first option for treatment. READ MORE
What kind of doctor should I see for a pinched nerve in my neck?
Pinched nerves are typically managed by either a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in spines. Unfortunately, not all neurosurgeons and not all orthopedic surgeons manage this problem, so you may need to ask around to get to the correct physician. READ MORE
How are surgical stitches removed?
Stitches are typically removed as an outpatient procedure. The provider will use a pair of forceps to lift the stitch away from the skin and then use a pair of scissors to cut the stitch itself. Once the stitch is cut, it can easily be removed. READ MORE
Can I eat if I suspect appendicitis?
If you think you have appendicitis, it is best for you not to eat anything and seek medical attention as soon as possible. The reason you do not want to eat if you have appendicitis is because the treatment of choice for appendicitis is surgery. In order to safely put you to sleep for the operation, the Anesthesiologist is not going to want anything in your stomach. READ MORE
Where do you press to check for appendicitis?
Typically appendicitis starts with pain around the belly button that is somewhat vague and non-specific. As the inflammation of the appendix worsens, the pain tends to migrate to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen. Classically, "appendix" pain settles at a point between your belly button and what we call the ASIS - The boney prominence on the front of your pelvis. READ MORE
Does appendicitis hurt more when you lay down?
Typically, if you have appendicitis, it will hurt more when you move. So, classically patients with appendicitis will want to lay flat. The inflammation from the appendix irritates the lining of your abdominal wall. The more you move around, the more it will irritate that abdominal lining causing more pain. READ MORE
How long is recovery from gastric band surgery?
Gastric banding is not commonly recommended anymore as a viable weight loss option. I do not ever recommend them in my own practice given the poor excess body weight loss and the high complication rate. I would strongly recommend discussing your weight loss options further with your Bariatric surgeon prior to committing to gastric band surgery. That being said, as the gastric band is a laparoscopic procedure, most patients recover very quickly from the actual operation. Most patients will go home from the hospital within 24 to 48 hours after surgery. READ MORE
How long do you stay in hospital after abdominal surgery?
Your length of stay after surgery will depend on what operation you have and the method in which it is performed. The more complicated the operation the more likely you are to have to spend more time in the hospital. Also, how the surgery is done will impact how long you spend in the hospital. For most laparoscopic procedures, you can expect to go home within a few days of the operation. For most open cases, you can expect 3 to 5 days in the hospital. Once again though, it depends on the operation you are having. READ MORE
Does surgery stitches leave scars?
Everyone heals differently after surgery. That being said, the larger the incision, the more likely you are to have a noticeable scar. Also, the way your incision is closed will effect how much scarring you have. Using staples vs stitches on the outside of the skin vs stitches underneath the skin will change the appearance of your scar after you have healed. Typically, I try to minimize scarring as much as possible by placing my sutures underneath the skin. READ MORE
What happens if stitches aren't removed?
If your stitches aren't removed, over time the body will reject them as they are a foreign body. Your skin will eventually work them out. This process can take a while though, so it is better to have your surgeon remove them for you when appropriate. READ MORE