Parathyroidectomy

Robotic Surgery for Parathyroid Concerns

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About Parathyroidectomy

Parathyroidectomy is a minimally invasive procedure to remove one or more overactive parathyroid glands responsible for hyperparathyroidism. This condition results in excess parathyroid hormone (PTH), which raises blood calcium levels and can lead to fatigue, kidney stones, bone loss, and cognitive changes. Performed under general anesthesia, most patients go home the same day.

With a 97–99% success rate in treating hyperparathyroidism, Dr. Suh brings unmatched precision and expertise to every case—backed by thorough diagnostics and real-time surgical assessment

-American Endocrine

Advanced Precision with Robotic Technology

Dr. Suh offers robotic parathyroidectomy using a small, hidden incision away from the neck, resulting in minimal scarring and a faster recovery.

Benefits of Robotic Surgery:

Common Parathyroid Disorders

Hyperparathyroidism

Overactivity of one or more parathyroid glands, causing high calcium levels. Can result in bone loss, fatigue, kidney stones, and mood changes. Surgery is the gold standard treatment.

Parathyroid Adenoma

A benign tumor on a single parathyroid gland that leads to excess PTH production. Often responsible for primary hyperparathyroidism and treated with surgical removal.

Parathyroid Hyperplasia

Growth of multiple glands instead of one. Causes similar symptoms to adenomas and may require partial gland removal.

Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

Occurs due to low calcium levels, often from kidney disease or vitamin D deficiency. May improve with medical treatment, but sometimes surgery is needed.

Tertiary Hyperparathyroidism

A more advanced form that persists even after kidney function improves, often requiring surgery to normalize calcium levels.

From Consultation to Recovery:
What You Can Expect

Personalized Consultation

You’ll meet with Dr. Suh (virtually or in-person) to review your labs, symptoms, and imaging, and discuss your best treatment options.

Pre-Op Planning

Once surgery is confirmed, we’ll coordinate labs, scans, medication instructions, and fasting guidelines to prepare you fully.

Surgery Day

You’ll arrive early for anesthesia and final prep
Dr. Suh will perform the surgery using a precise approach tailored to your case
The procedure typically takes 1–2 hours
You’ll be monitored in recovery and usually discharged the same day with detailed care instructions

Aftercare and Support

Calcium levels will be closely monitored in the days following surgery
You may be given calcium supplements to support recovery
Follow-up includes lab reviews and symptom checks to ensure your hormone balance is restored
Ongoing support is available for any lingering symptoms or medication adjustments

Personalized Consultation

You’ll meet with Dr. Suh (virtually or in-person) to review your labs, symptoms, and imaging, and discuss your best treatment options.

Pre-Op Planning

Once surgery is confirmed, we’ll coordinate labs, scans, medication instructions, and fasting guidelines to prepare you fully.

Surgery Day

You’ll arrive early for anesthesia and final prep
Dr. Suh will perform the surgery using a precise approach tailored to your case
The procedure typically takes 1–2 hours
You’ll be monitored in recovery and usually discharged the same day with detailed care instructions

Aftercare and Support

Calcium levels will be closely monitored in the days following surgery
You may be given calcium supplements to support recovery
Follow-up includes lab reviews and symptom checks to ensure your hormone balance is restored
Ongoing support is available for any lingering symptoms or medication adjustments

Risks and Considerations

What You Should Know

Parathyroidectomy is generally safe and effective, but like all surgeries, there are some risks:

Temporary low calcium may cause numbness or muscle cramps (typically short-lived)
Mild voice changes due to nerve irritation (usually resolves within weeks)
Rare risk of neck bleeding, requiring immediate care
In rare cases, symptoms may persist if other glands become overactive

Next-Gen Endocrine Surgery. Trusted Expertise.

Connect with Dr. Suh and explore your options.

Next-Gen Endocrine Surgery. Trusted Expertise.

Connect with Dr. Suh and explore your options.

Parathyroidectomy

About Parathyroidectomy

Advanced Precision with Robotic Technology

Benefits of Robotic Surgery:

Common Parathyroid Disorders

From Consultation to Recovery: What You Can Expect

What You Should Know

Next-Gen Endocrine Surgery. Trusted Expertise.

Next-Gen Endocrine Surgery. Trusted Expertise.

From Consultation to Recovery:
What You Can Expect